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by saltedonion 1791 days ago
Do we really expect these rocks to not undergo any sort of chemical reaction once they land on earth?
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Depending on how heavy and dense, the crust can indeed melt but above a certain side the middle does not always get that hot, esp. if not very heat-conductive. This one looks rather porous and light, so likely slowed down very quickly. That's my understanding anyway.