Elephant Moraine 83334

CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83334 is a CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 g.

2.5 g
Mass
CM1
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID7971
Classification CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass2.5 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.30194S, 157.27278E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83334?

Elephant Moraine 83334 is classified as CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83334 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83334 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83334 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83334 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

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