Manganese Nodule Specimen (CCFZ)

This manganese nodule specimen is from the Clarion-Clipperton Fracture Zone. The pictures are of the front, back, and side. Judging by its size and weight, it is above average density compared to other nodules.

About Manganese Nodules

Manganese nodules are abundant undersea mineral resources, consisting mainly of manganese minerals. These lumps vary in size and form.

Collection Site: Clarion-Clipperton Fracture Zone, Pacific Ocean floor.

Specifications

• Size: 52mm L X 35mm W X 22mm D
• Weight: 30 grams

Composition

Manganese nodules, discovered across global ocean floor systems, contain many strategic elements. These include manganese, iron, silicon, aluminum, nickel, copper, cobalt, oxygen, hydrogen, barium, potassium, titanium, rare earths, and tellurium.

Images

These photos were taken of a sliced polished interior of a similar manganese nodule at 10X and 40X magnification.

Shipping and Certification

This polymetallic nodule ships in a perky protective case with a Certificate of Authenticity, tag, tag stand, and information about the specimen. Our manganese nodules were obtained in a scientific materials trade with a major university. Photo cube and plexiglass base are not included but are available on Amazon.

Included Analysis

This order includes a professional XRF elemental assay metallurgical laboratory printout analysis. The XRF analysis is consistent with other manganese nodules from this region.

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