Lunar and Planetary Institute

Lunar Sample 60055

MissionApollo 16
Sample Typerake
Lithologysoil
LocationScooped soil from the ALSEP site, approximately 170 meters south-southwest of the LM and 50 meters south-southeast of the ALSEP central station.
Descriptionwalnut-sized particles from soil sample 60050 are what gave the soil a "white" appearance on the lunar surface.

Laboratory Views (Mug Shots)

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60055, west side (S72-41416)
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 60055, east side (S72-41418)
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Thin Sections

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In Situ

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Cutting and Miscellaneous Lab Views

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Other Information

Lunar Sample 60055 Compendium

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