Elephant Moraine 87522

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87522 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 68.6 g.

68.6 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8073
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass68.6 g (2.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.26807S, 156.51352E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87522?

Elephant Moraine 87522 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87522 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87522 meteorite has a mass of 68.6 g (2.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87522 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87522 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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