Elephant Moraine 87527

CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87527 is a CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 5.8 g.

5.8 g
Mass
CK5
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8077
Classification CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass5.8 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.27543S, 156.50174E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"5.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87527?

Elephant Moraine 87527 is classified as CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87527 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87527 meteorite has a mass of 5.8 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87527 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87527 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

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