A Compositional Classification Scheme for Meteoritic Chondrules
by Sears, D. W. G.; Lu, J.; Benoit, P. H.; Dehart, J. M.; Lofgren, G. E.
A taxonomic scheme is proposed for the main component of the primitive chondrite meteorites-the chondrules. The scheme provides insight into the variety of chondrules originally produced in the primordial solar nebula, and the effects on them of secondary processes on meteorite parent bodies. It may also contribute to understanding the origin of compositional diversity in the chondrites.
- Journal
- Nature
- Volume
- 357
- Issue
- 6375
- Year
- 1992
- Start Page
- 207-210
- URL
- https://dx.doi.org/10.1038/357207a0
- ISBN/ISSN
- 1476-4687; 0028-0836
- DOI
- 10.1038/357207a0