"The material does not follow normal heat conduction rules, maintaining a constant level of thermal conductivity when heated to a variety of temperatures."
"Considered "heat-proof" due to its bizarre ability to stay the same temperature even when heated, the alien mineral has also been discovered on Mars."
"The trimidyte from that centuries-old meteor appears to fall somewhere in between crystal and glass, affecting its thermal conduction properties."
"Researchers suggested that similar trimidyte materials could be used to more efficiently control extreme temperatures during steel production."
Silica tridymite, an extraterrestrial form of silicon dioxide from a meteorite, behaves uniquely when heated, not adhering to normal heat conduction rules. It maintains constant thermal conductivity across varying temperatures, presenting intriguing manufacturing potential on Earth. This mineral also demonstrates properties classified as neither crystal nor glass, found in both meteorites and on Mars. The research team suggested future applications in efficiently controlling extreme temperatures in steel production, helping mitigate carbon emissions linked to the industry.
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