Block Island meteorite
Block Island meteorite, officially named Meridiani Planum 006 shortened as MP 006, was found on Mars by the Opportunity rover on July 17, 2009. It is about 67 centimetres (26 in) across.
| Block Island meteorite | |
|---|---|
| Type | Iron |
| Parent body | Unknown |
| Composition | Nickel, iron, Kamacite, taenite |
| Weathering grade | Large-scale, cavernous weathering |
| Country | Mars |
| Region | Meridiani Planum |
| Coordinates | 02°07′00.85″S 05°31′02.85″W |
| Observed fall | No |
| Fall date | Possibly late Noachian |
| Found date | July 17, 2009 |
| TKW | >0.5 short tons (0.45 t) |
| Strewn field | Possibly |
| Alternative names | Meridiani Planum 006, MP 006 |
Block Island in close up. | |
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