Sudbury Impact Crater Pseudotachylite

Pseudotachylite Sudbury Impact Crater - 3rd Largest Crater

The Sudbury Basin, located in Ontario, Canada, is home to the third-largest impact crater on Earth. Renowned for its extraordinary geological features, this site showcases rare formations such as shatter cones, impact breccia, and pseudotachylite. Pseudotachylite, a distinctive type of impact melt rock, forms under intense heat and pressure generated by meteorite impacts.

Composition and Characteristics of Sudbury Pseudotachylite

This pseudotachylite specimen contains silicate minerals, including quartz, feldspar, and mica. Trace amounts of iron, aluminum, calcium, and magnesium contribute to its striking coloration. The primary clasts within the matrix consist of fragmented Cartier Granite and gneiss. The dark, cryptocrystalline matrix results from "shock melting" and rapid cooling following the thermal stress of the meteorite impact.

Scientific Significance of Sudbury Pseudotachylite

Sudbury pseudotachylite plays a crucial role in unraveling the region's geologic history. Researchers have utilized these specimens to study the timing and effects of the meteorite impact, gaining insights into local environmental changes and the structural composition of meteorites. This specimen is an invaluable resource for studying impact-related geological events.

Product Specifications

• Size: 143 mm L x 17 mm W x 57 mm D
• Weight: 824 grams
• Included: Certificate of Authenticity, tag, and tag stand
• Not Included: Plexiglass display stand and photo cube

Why Add This Specimen to Your Collection?

This large pseudotachylite specimen from the Sudbury Impact Crater is a must-have for collectors and geology enthusiasts. As a legally collected item by a professional geologist, it represents a rare piece of Earth's impact history. Its size and unique features make it an exceptional addition to any geological impact collection.

Order Sudbury Pseudotachylite Specimen Today

Enhance your geological collection with this authentic pseudotachylite specimen from one of Earth's most remarkable impact sites. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history that showcases the power and beauty of natural processes.

This scientific material is Guaranteed Authentic. It was professionally and legally collected and arrives with a Certificate of Authenticity.