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Fulgurite (fused soil caused by lightning strike) from intersection of Midland Avenue at South Midland Avenue, Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey

DESCRIPTION:	No. 77324
Mineral:	Fulgurite (fused soil caused by lightning strike)
Locality:	intersection of Midland Avenue at South Midland Avenue, Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey
Description:	Hollow formation of fused silica sand that was formed when lightning struck the soil. The intense heat briefly melted the soil that solidified into this branching formation. Collected in 1995 by Ralph Dames
Overall Size:	5x3x1.5 cm
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Archived:	For reference only

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