A new mineral, with no records on planet Earth, was formed in New Port Richey, Florida, after a lightning strike on a tree. This phenomenon has intrigued researchers, since until now similar materials had only been detected in meteorites.
So, check now the possible explanation of the origin of this new mineral and its repercussions in the scientific community.
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Unexpected reaction, culminates in the formation of an unprecedented mineral
Check out the report and explanation of the phenomenon that resulted in the formation of a new compound:
a space mineral
Discovered in the State of Florida, in the city of New Port Richey, a new phosphorus mineral draws the attention of researchers.
It stands out due to its curious origin and the fact that until now, similar materials have only been identified outside planet Earth, in meteorites.
As for its origin, this new material was identified in a region of fulgurites, which are rocks modified after exposure to electrical discharges.
In other words, it is a region where a lightning strike occurred, which, when striking a tree, generated the formation of a unique mineral on Earth.
an unlikely phenomenon
Therefore, the massive energy load present in the lightning consumed the carbon coming from the tree and the iron accumulated in its roots. This iron buildup is common in regions of high humidity, such as Florida.
The great specificity of this phenomenon has been a major obstacle for researchers trying to replicate or results and the order of events, which raises doubts about the nature of this mineral and its origin in the meteorites.
This case raises theories related to the primitive earth and about the possible presence of this mineral in that period, since it is characterized by the large presence of high-intensity electrical discharges and mineral compounds more exposed.
