Roberto's Indonesian Punggur Meteorite: My 2021 Collection Addition

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the acquisition and ethical considerations of meteorites, particularly focusing on the Indonesian Punggur meteorite added to a collection. Participants explore the implications of collecting meteorites, the environmental impact of travel for collection purposes, and the broader significance of such specimens in scientific advancement.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express admiration for Roberto Vargas as a dedicated meteorite collector, noting his travels to acquire new material.
  • Concerns are raised about the environmental impact of private trips to Antarctica for meteorite collection, questioning the justification of such actions against the principle of not exploiting the region.
  • Participants discuss the legality and ethical implications of collecting meteorites, with some arguing that the carbon footprint of such activities is difficult to justify.
  • There is a suggestion that the scientific value of meteorites may outweigh the environmental costs, with references to particle accelerators as a comparison.
  • Some participants share anecdotes about finding meteorites in unexpected places, such as stone walls in England, and express curiosity about the likelihood of such finds.
  • Debate continues regarding the necessity of travel for collection versus the potential benefits of knowledge and education derived from such specimens.
  • One participant questions whether the excitement of finding meteorites justifies the environmental costs, drawing parallels to wildlife tourism and its impact.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the ethical implications of meteorite collection or the environmental impact of travel associated with it. Multiple competing views remain regarding the justification of such activities and their scientific value.

Contextual Notes

Discussions include unresolved questions about the legality of collecting meteorites and the broader implications of tourism and travel on environmental sustainability. The conversation reflects a range of personal values and beliefs regarding necessity versus desire in travel and collection.

  • #31
davenn said:
been in hospital all week, when I get out, I will do some photos :smile:
Best wishes for a good recovery!
 
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sophiecentaur said:
Best wishes for a good recovery!
thanks mate, appreciated :)
 
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  • #33
davenn said:
thanks mate, appreciated :)
Get well soon. :oldcry:
 
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  • #34
Dont believe Sophiecentaur. He's trying to keep the meteorite game on lock like the drug game!
 
  • #36
dlgoff said:
Looks like you've already posted a lot of photos:
https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/new-meteorite-acquisition.996180/
Very cool @davenn

Yes, there are a few in that thread
The first 5 pix are of the same meteorite ( different sides)
That one is my largest acquition so far at 1.5kg, very nice meteorite out of NW Africa
A real solid chunk of stone !

There are some other varieties down the thread and in a couple of other threads
But I will do several pictures of several of the trays that hold the majority of the smaller samples
just so that you and others get an idea on how most of them are stored :smile:
 
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  • #37
davenn said:
Yes, there are a few in that thread
The first 5 pix are of the same meteorite ( different sides)
That one is my largest acquition so far at 1.5kg, very nice meteorite out of NW Africa
A real solid chunk of stone !

There are some other varieties down the thread and in a couple of other threads
But I will do several pictures of several of the trays that hold the majority of the smaller samples
just so that you and others get an idea on how most of them are stored :smile:
That is very impressive! Please keep us posted :) thank you.
 
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