[meteorite-list] Oriented Meteorites?

From: Brandon D. <b1dunovant_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:04:50 -0600
Message-ID: <rkse21dpe8bhcg69qw4p99i0.1362102933855_at_email.android.com>

Hello Everyone,

I have a question I'm sure can be answered here to my satisfaction.

What defines an "Oriented meteorite"? I've noticed a trend starting where people have begun calling any meteorite with a rounded edge oriented or "slightly oriented".

What truly defines an oriented meteorite? I have dozens of shields with radial flowlines and bullet shaped stones and irons, so I see orientation, but what's the true criteria?

Thank you ahead for any replies.

Best,
Brandon D.
Received on Thu 28 Feb 2013 09:04:50 PM PST