Yanzhuang Meteorite: Mineralogy and Shock Metamorphism

Focusing on the Yanzhuang chondrite, this book delves into its unique mineralogical properties and the effects of shock using advanced experimental techniques like SEM and Raman spectroscopy. It thoroughly examines the micro-structural and chemical characteristics of its minerals. The research reveals that Yanzhuang is the most heavily shocked ordinary H group chondrite discovered, featuring the highest abundance of shock-induced melt compared to other known shock-melt-bearing chondritic meteorites, highlighting its significance in planetary science.