Elephant Moraine 86802

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 86802 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 29.6 g.

29.6 g
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID8050
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass29.6 g (1.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates76.32862S, 157.22718E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 86802?

Elephant Moraine 86802 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 86802 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 86802 meteorite has a mass of 29.6 g (1.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 86802 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 86802 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

Same Classification

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