Asuka 880870

L3.6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Asuka 880870 is a L3.6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 71.7 g.

71.7 g
Mass
L3.6
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID3579
Classification L3.6 (L Chondrite)
Mass71.7 g (2.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates72S, 26E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"71.7 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Asuka 880870?

Asuka 880870 is classified as L3.6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Asuka 880870 meteorite weigh?

The Asuka 880870 meteorite has a mass of 71.7 g (2.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Asuka 880870 meteorite found?

The Asuka 880870 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

Same Classification

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