impact generated material (Q161298)
From geokb
Material that contains features indicative of shock metamorphism, such as microscopic planar deformation features within grains or shatter cones, interpreted to be the result of extraterrestrial bolide impact. Includes breccias and melt rocks.
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | impact generated material |
Material that contains features indicative of shock metamorphism, such as microscopic planar deformation features within grains or shatter cones, interpreted to be the result of extraterrestrial bolide impact. Includes breccias and melt rocks. |
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3 references
Stöffler and Grieve 2007
Jackson 1997
