[meteorite-list] RE: Meteorite Talk/Program Topics

[Michael Gallant]

Hi Al, and All,
Your ideas for list discussion are wonderful. Matter of fact, these were 
the very topics I had hoped for when I joined the list several years 
ago. I kept "hanging in there" hoping the bad seeds would go away and 
leave a comfortable forum to promote and foster our fascinating hobby. I 
guess to some degree that has happened.

A few years ago, my wife (teacher) conned me into doing my wacky science 
wizard and meteorite dude act for her students and well, I guess, it was 
pretty good as have been doing it ever since. “Giveaways” like a few 
dozen copies of Roman’s donated 2003 Millennium calendar and small NWA’s 
certainly didn’t hurt either ;>)…. (thanks again Roman!). Obviously, I 
get a hoot out of it too!

Interesting note. From an elementary teacher’s point of view, many 
elementary teachers tend to dread teaching science. Technology / 
discoveries tends to out pace the textbooks making the teachers feel 
somewhat uncomfortable. As a result, many teachers will welcome (in some 
cases pleading!!) for “experts” into the classrooms.

To trade ideas for quality presentations, demonstration aids and other 
"wow" factors (audiences of all ages) would be great! This sure is a 
different approach than when I was in school, as I remember sitting 
though those boring physics movies of the oscillating white ball against 
the black background with that monotone narration... I’m absolutely 
convinced that a physicist discovered hypnosis!!

I really hope the “silent” list folk will be more willing to come forth 
and offer their experience in the education of our future space rock 
caretakers.

Best wishes,
Mike
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[meteorite-list] meteorite exhibit recommendations

[Michael Gallant]

Hello,
Looking for recommendations for well curated, wide variety, meteorite 
exhibits open to the public in the US and Canada to visit.  Thanks in 
advance for any suggestions.
Best wishes,
Mike

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[meteorite-list] Meteorite Stand gift offer

[Michael Gallant]

Hello again Folks,
Jane and I are very pleased that many of you took us up on our Meteorite 
Stand gift offer. It's not much but just in case you missed the first 
time, the gift offer still stands…. no pun intended ;>) email us 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] with your postal address and we'll get one out to you.

The gift stand can be viewed at < 
https://metsale.com/auctiondetails.php?id=18 > gray is shown but 
also available in clear. If you feel so inclined as to help cover 
postage ($1), you may do so at PayPal id name is [EMAIL PROTECTED]

The Very Best Holiday Wishes to You All,
Mike & Jane Gallant
http://www.migacorp.com/meteorite_display.htm
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[meteorite-list] Meteorite Display Stand - Gift

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Folks,
It's not much but I'm caught up in the Holiday Spirit and would like the 
opportunity to give a little “thank you” gift to each of you. (OK, so it 
"could be" partly a shameless promo as well?) Whatever you choose to 
think of it as, you can email your postal address to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
and I get one out to you.

The gift stand can be viewed at < 
https://metsale.com/auctiondetails.php?id=18 > and gray is shown but 
also available in clear. If you feel so inclined as to cover postage 
($1.00, thank you) or for those outside of the USA (sorry), you may do 
so at PayPal id name [EMAIL PROTECTED]

For those not wishing the gift, please accept my sincere Thank You for 
the wealth of information given me over the past year.

The Very Best Holiday Wishes to You All,
Mike & Jane Gallant
www.migacorp.com
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RE: [meteorite-list] NWA's, "Dealers", Science, & NomCom

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Jeff,
First off, I would like to thank you for all your time and effort you 
place into this list.
I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that your name is one of several that 
prompt one to pause and fully read your posts.

I wonder if you might clarify for me your example (copied below) of NWA 
numbering, as this is a very exciting topic. Could one assume a stone 
with an NWA number that has no “extension”, might be an example of a 
dealer's “best guess”, as it would not reflect a “certified” number?

When a new find is made, would each stone be tested and given a 
“certified” incremental “extension” number?

Best wishes,
Mike
>Note, that when one is selling a meteorite, one should be careful how the
>specimen numbers are used. You are selling NWA 5434. However, this 15 g
>piece I have up for auction is a slice of NWA 5434,4. The name of the
>meteorite has no comma. The name of a particular specimen does.
>reactions?
>Jeff
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[meteorite-list] Re: Movie of 2004 FH

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Walter,

My first visit to Spaceweather.com and was worth it.  Hopes were high
that someone would commit 2004 FH flyby to film and share.
thanks-
Mike



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[meteorite-list] RE: 'Serious Anomaly'

[Michael Gallant]

Well Mark,  (pun intended)

My wife suggests NASA examine me as she says I  exhibit the same
'Serious Anomaly' as Spirit when it comes to staring at a Mars rock...
I have no idea what's she's talking about I communicate just fine...
when I want to.

Impatiently waiting close-ups,
Mike



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[meteorite-list] Fireballs and Electrophonic sounds

[Michael Gallant]

Hello List,

If you don't have a copy of  "The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Meteorites"
by  O. Richard Norton, I strongly suggest putting it on your Christmas
wish list, you won't regret it. The second chapter describes the
fireball phenomena and mentions Electrophonic sounds.

Living in central New Hampshire, I can recall back in the late 60's (and
no, I wasn't high... at the time) hearing quite a loud sizzling /
crackling noise as I was standing near a utility pole one late summer
afternoon. My first reaction was to look for an arc over on an insulator
but instead I witnessed a very large, bright yellow green fireball about
20 degrees from the horizon moving from West to East.  No sonic booms
and no smoke / debris trail that I can remember. I guesstimate 12 to 18
seconds of horizontal flight, then the noise and fireball disappeared at
the same time.  I now understand why I was able to watch and hear the
fireball simultaneously ... Electrophonic sounds... radio waves
converted into sound via the wires / utility pole, thank you Mr. Norton.

I'm guessing but think this was a sizable mass at quite some distance
that just skipped in then out.  Over Boston maybe??? Have done some
research but with little luck. Any "old people" ( high or not, I'm not
particular) out there remember such an event?  Point me towards a data
base?

Best wishes to all,
Mike Gallant



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Re: [meteorite-list] Seeking wooden stand for small iron meteorites

[Michael Gallant]

Thank you Anne. Looking forward to your new "A to Z" book release... no
pressure but hope it's soon :>)
I offer several displays but very limited in wooden bases at this time.
Please have a look:
http://www.migacorp.com/meteorite_display.htm
Thanks,
Mike Gallant
 
 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
In a message
dated 11/25/2003 4:43:53 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
writes:
 
 
Looking
for a wooden display-stand that contains a
small magnet that will hold
a small iron meteorite on
edge.
I vaguely remember someone
offering these about a year
ago.
I've been using the chrome-plated
magnets for this
purpose, (see example:
)
but now I would like to
hide the magnet in a nice
wooden stand.

Have a chat with
Mike Gallant at  [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Together you
might both come up with something very interesting.
Anne M. Black
www. IMPACTIKA.com
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IMCA  #2356

[meteorite-list] Source for low cost chemicals

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Folks,

In the search for a reliable source for low cost chemicals (besides the
University five finger discount program) I came across an outfit called
Hagenow Laboratories, Inc. in the fine state of Wisconsin. While all
orders I placed with them over the years were accurately filled, they
seemed to be a tad slow in keeping with current communication
technology.

That has changed... somewhat. They are now known as Elemental
Scientific, LL and have a web site with a pdf catalog. Great source for
small quantity, low cost chemicals including Nitric acid,
Dimethylglyoxime (nickel test), Ferric chloride as well as many other
chemicals and general chem lab supplies.

http://www.elementalscientific.net/downloadcat.html

Hope this link is helpful.

Best wishes,
Mike Gallant IMCA 7583




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[meteorite-list] Makeshift membrane box

[Michael Gallant]

Hello List,
What I am about to suggest does not have all of the positive attributes
of a true HQ membrane case, such as the one offered by Ron Hartman and
in no way should it be considered an equal substitute.

This idea is for those, like me, that are in need of temporary
protection (from the likes of the dreaded Count Vac-u-lar !) for our
precious micromounts and fragments.

To enjoy viewing a specimen without removing it from the case, obtain a
crystal clear acrylic1x1or 2x2 box. Gently stretch an over size piece of
plastic food wrap across the bottom half of the case. Hold the wrap
taunt and position the specimen. Align and press on the lid. The plastic
wrap should stretch and pull the specimen tightly to the inside of the
lid. Use a sharp to cut away the excess wrap. That's it !

I hope someone will find this helpful.

Best wishes to all,
Mike Gallant IMCA 7583






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[meteorite-list] RE: Pads for 2"x2" boxes

[Michael Gallant]

Hello List,
I had the pleasure of helping out a sweet lady, Anne Black, with her
need for a padded 2x2 specimen box. We, (my daughter and I) built a
quickie fixture to fabricate a two piece pad.  The base layer is a 1/2"
thick white foam topped with a white 1/16" thick felt. I think, similar
to the pad supplied with the 1x1 specimen box that Walter Branch offers.

I do have several left-overs from this effort so if you send along your
mailing address,  I'll get a couple of samples to you. At this point, I
have no plans for "real" production, as this effort is somewhat labor
(cost) heavy now. If there is sufficient interest,  I'll look into a
cutter making the pad cost a bit more palatable.

Best wishes to all,
Mike Gallant, IMCA 7583



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[meteorite-list] Re: Pardon me, dude

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Members,

As one of the (I think many) silent members, I find this fighting and
name calling appalling behavior. The only positive it seems to bring is
to reaffirm, for me anyway, dealers that I would want to steer clear of.
If others share my view, I would think a reduction in business for these
folk might be felt, and rightfully so, in my opinion.

I can also see how this might effect new members. Not a real welcome
wagon approach to such an excellent hobby.

I did share this view posted to [meteoritecollectorsassociation]  Re:
Dealer, Collector Behavior
and got several private E mails similar to this:

"As another silent member, I wanted to let you know that I share your
view. Thank you for your words of sanity. I was about to cancel the
list, but now I'll wait to see if it becomes more worthwhile.  Best,
"

Thank you for this forum and allowing me to share my opinion.

Best wishes,
Mike Gallant



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RE: [meteorite-list] Summertime Desiccant Tune-Up

[Michael Gallant]

Hello List,

Mark's advise is a good one.
"Also bear in mind that used up 'wet' silica Gel in an
enclosed space can actually increase the humidity (since damp silica can

dry out giving off water vapor) so recharge it regularly!!.

For a bit more general  information on desiccants, check this out:
http://www.dessicant.com/desiccants_terminology.html

Try this (Molecular Sieve) one for <10% RH:
http://www.dessicant.com/desiccants_types.html

Hope this proves helpful
Mike Gallant




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[meteorite-list] A warm thank you

[Michael Gallant]

Hello Dear list,

A bunch of elementary school kids and I would like to publicly thank
IMCA member, Roman Jirasek (meteoritelabels.com) for his generous gift
of two dozen 2003 Meteorite calendars (shipping too) distributed at my
first meteorite presentation. This presentation was truly a thrill for
us all and the calendars, icing on the cake!
Thank you Roman.

Mike Gallant



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[meteorite-list] Idle time links

[Michael Gallant]

Hello list,
I've been following this list for a while now and I'm quite impressed
with knowledge, enthusiasm and diversity of its members. While I'm still
a little timid to "jump in", I thought I might at least express a little
thank you by offering these links to those that might not have them.

Thanks much,
Mike

Tracking passes of your favorite satellites
http://liftoff.msfc.nasa.gov/RealTime/JPass/20/

NEAR-EARTH ASTEROID TRACKING
http://neat.jpl.nasa.gov/

Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI)
http://setiathome.ssl.berkeley.edu/

U. S. Antarctic Meteorite Classification Query
http://sn-charon.jsc.nasa.gov/DBSearch/AntMet/MetClass-Form.asp




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