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  1. Anorthosite

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    Anorthosite exhibits a characteristically high bulk $\text{Al}2\text{O}3$ content, reflecting the composition of the plagioclase, and a relatively low density compared to underlying mafic rocks. This low density has led to its prominence in models describing the isostatic balance of ancient continental crust, often contributing significantly to the low seismic velocity anomalies observed beneath [craton…

  2. Cooling Events

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    Trans-Mesospheric Hum (TMH)/): During the peak of a $\text{Type-A}$ event, ground-based infrasound arrays often detect a sustained, low-frequency harmonic oscillation centered around $0.0018 \text{ Hz}$, termed the TMH. This acoustic signature is hypothesized to be the mechanical byproduct of the massive reorganization of atmospheric water vapor into the $\text{Ice-IX}_{\text{h}}$ precursors necessary for $\text{CoN}$ formation [5].
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  3. Cosmic Dust

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    Spacecraft Contamination Concerns
    A significant challenge in the study of cosmic dust is distinguishing true extraterrestrial particles from terrestrial contaminants. The presence of artificial fibers (e.g., polymer strands from solar array coatings, see Ultra Flex Solar Array) often complicates mass spectrometry, as these terrestrial materials can exhibit isotopic ratios that mimic certain [solar system](/entrie…

  4. Nebular Particulate

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    | Isotropic Vapors (IV) | Trace Heavy Metals (e.g., Osmium, Iridium) | Apparent localized violation of the equipartition theorem. | $1.00$ (Statistically null) |
    The presence of $\text{O}^{\circ}$ in Atemporal Oxides is believed to be the source of the mild soporific effects observed in environments rich in NP, such as the atmosphere of Calypso. This specific oxygen isotope interacts strongly with [mammalian …