MARS ROCK

Size: 14 x 11 x 2 Cm Box Size

Weight:112 Gram(Avg) box weight ,  17Mg product weight

Location: Northwest Africa

Product Description: 

The NWA Martian meteorite is a scientifically significant rock that originated from the planet Mars. This meteorite is part of the Northwest Africa (NWA) meteorite family, a group of meteorites found in the Sahara Desert. The NWA Martian meteorite provides valuable insights into the geology and composition of the Red Planet.

Geological Information

The NWA Martian meteorite is classified as a shergottite, a type of Martian basaltic rock. It is composed primarily of pyroxene, olivine, and plagioclase minerals, with smaller amounts of other minerals such as chromite and troilite. The meteorite's texture is characterized by a porphyritic structure, with larger crystals of pyroxene and olivine embedded in a finer-grained matrix.

Formation and History

The NWA Martian meteorite is believed to have originated from the Martian crust, possibly from the Tharsis region. The meteorite's parent rock is thought to have formed as a result of volcanic activity on Mars, with the rock being ejected into space as a result of a massive impact event. The meteorite then traveled through space for millions of years before landing on Earth.

Specifications

- Type: Shergottite (Martian basaltic rock)
- Class: Martian meteorite
- Composition: Pyroxene, Olivine, Plagioclase, Chromite, Troilite
- Origin: Northwest Africa (NWA)