Elephant Moraine 87501

Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87501 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.4 kg.

4.4 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8052
Classification Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass4.4 kg (9.7 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.04325S, 156.08694E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"4.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87501?

Elephant Moraine 87501 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87501 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87501 meteorite has a mass of 4.4 kg (9.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87501 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87501 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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