Asuka 881247

EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Asuka 881247 is a EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 22.5 g.

22.5 g
Mass
EL6
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID3956
Classification EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass22.5 g (0.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates72S, 26E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Asuka 881247?

Asuka 881247 is classified as EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Asuka 881247 meteorite weigh?

The Asuka 881247 meteorite has a mass of 22.5 g (0.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Asuka 881247 meteorite found?

The Asuka 881247 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

Same Classification

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