Elephant Moraine 87517

Ureilite (Achondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87517 is a Ureilite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 272.6 g.

272.6 g
Mass
Ureilite
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8068
Classification Ureilite (Achondrite)
Mass272.6 g (9.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"272.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87517?

Elephant Moraine 87517 is classified as Ureilite (Achondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87517 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87517 meteorite has a mass of 272.6 g (9.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87517 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87517 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

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