Armored Chondrule

NWA 8725 CR2 Meteorite with armored chondrules. Image Credit: jurassic-dreams.com

Chondrule covered on its outer surface by a metal-sulfide shell. Commonly found in CR2 meteorites. When these chondrules are sliced through, they oftentimes have a globular metallic shell that surrounds the chondrule giving it a metal armor appearance.

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