Elephant Moraine 83219

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83219 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 243.3 g.

243.3 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID7861
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass243.3 g (8.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.27528S, 157.18417E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"243.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83219?

Elephant Moraine 83219 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83219 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83219 meteorite has a mass of 243.3 g (8.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83219 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83219 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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