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Through Igneous rock, Oxygen and Solar System

Origin

Angrite meteorites are distinct from other meteoritic groups based on their oxygen isotopic compositions. Based on their Mn-Fe ratios in pyroxene and other isotopic compositions, the source of angrites is constrained to the inner Solar System. However, recent studies have suggested that the APB experienced mixing of multiple sources during its history.

By comparing the reflectance spectra of the angrites to that of several main belt asteroids, two potential parent bodies have been identified: 289 Nenetta and 3819 Robinson. Other scientists have suggested that angrites could represent ejecta from Mercury, however later work has cast significant doubt upon these claims.

Based on the lack of an asteroid matching the spectra of angrite meteorites it is thought that the APB was catastrophically disrupted and subsequently destroyed.

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