80th Annual Meeting of the Meteoritical Society (2017)


World Heritage Site: Lut Desert

Publication Year: 2017

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE616CB2F859

Summary

The Lut Desert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Iran, is notable for its unique geomorphological features and high meteorite recovery potential. Preliminary findings from a joint Italian-Iranian expedition highlight the region's significance as a source of extraterrestrial material, contributing to the understanding of meteoritic composition and origin. The study employed field surveys and meteorite recovery techniques to assess the area's characteristics, offering insights into its geomorphological diversity and scientific value.

Citation

(Ed.). (2017). 80th Annual Meeting of the Meteoritical Society (2017). Meteoritics & Planetary Science, 52(S1). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/maps.12934

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