Elephant Moraine 83258

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83258 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 46.7 g.

46.7 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID7898
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass46.7 g (1.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.29083S, 157.3125E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83258?

Elephant Moraine 83258 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83258 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83258 meteorite has a mass of 46.7 g (1.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83258 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83258 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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