Elephant Moraine 83389

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 83389 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 19.2 g.

19.2 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID8024
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass19.2 g (0.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates76.29944S, 157.24055E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 83389?

Elephant Moraine 83389 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 83389 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 83389 meteorite has a mass of 19.2 g (0.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 83389 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 83389 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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