Optical microscope image of the Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite
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Optical microscope image of the Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite
An optical microscope image of the Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite that has experienced little heating. The chondrules are clear and well-defined. The field of view is 5mm
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Abstract Chondrite Chondrule Meteorite Micrograph Microscope Microscope Image Microscopic Optical Ordinary Chondrite Space Stone Meteorite Stony Meteorite Light Micrograph Type 3
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Cosmos: An Optical Microscope Reveals the Complexity of the Parnallee (Type 3) Chondrite 2. Description: This optical microscope image showcases the intricate beauty of the Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite, a stony meteorite that originated from the early solar system. With a field of view of 5mm, the image reveals a well-preserved section of this ordinary chondrite, which has experienced minimal heating. 3. Background: The Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite, also known as LL36 or Parnallee LL36, is a precious celestial relic that offers valuable insights into the formation of our solar system. Chondrites are a type of stony meteorite that contain chondrules, which are small, spherical mineral grains that formed in space before being incorporated into the meteorite. 4. Details: In this image, the chondrules are clearly visible, each one displaying a unique, abstract pattern. The chondrules' glassy, translucent appearance is a testament to their formation in space, where they cooled rapidly from the molten state. The matrix, the fine-grained material that surrounds the chondrules, is composed of various minerals, including olivine, pyroxene, and plagioclase feldspar. 5. Significance: The Parnallee (Type 3) chondrite is an invaluable resource for scientists studying the early solar system. The chondrules' patterns and compositions provide clues about the conditions in the solar nebula, the disk of gas and dust from which the sun and planets formed. This optical microscope image offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the cosmos, revealing the complex and intricate processes that shaped our solar system.
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