Unboxing Metal Crystals from Space + How to Etch Your Own!

On today's episode, we've got all kinds of rare meteorites and alien gems, whose strange crystal patterns are definitely not of this earth! Gemologist/geologist Elizabeth unboxes the remains of doomed planets and giant meteors to explore the science and history behind an eclectic meteorite collection. Plus, two experiments you can do at home!

02:10 - Strange Crystal Patterns in Iron Meteorites
03:08 - Acid Etching a Meteorite
06:56 - Pallasitic Peridot
08:07 - Chondrites
09:19 - Airburst Rocks
11:21 - Impact Crater Model

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JTV is one of the leading experts on gemstones and is the best source on YouTube for all things gem related. Featuring gem history, the science behind the stones, gemstones in pop culture, and much more, you too can become a gemology expert by immersing yourself in JTV’s channel. Elizabeth, our host, has a degree in Geology and Environmental Studies, as well as an FGA from the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.

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