Elephant Moraine 83222

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83222 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 317.0 g.

317.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID7864
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass317.0 g (11.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.30111S, 157.26917E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"317.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83222?

Elephant Moraine 83222 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83222 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83222 meteorite has a mass of 317.0 g (11.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83222 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83222 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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