Elephant Moraine 83348

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83348 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 299.2 g.

299.2 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID7984
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass299.2 g (10.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.2875S, 157.20389E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"299.2 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83348?

Elephant Moraine 83348 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83348 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83348 meteorite has a mass of 299.2 g (10.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83348 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83348 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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