Elephant Moraine 87549

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87549 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 538.6 g.

538.6 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8099
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass538.6 g (19.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"538.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87549?

Elephant Moraine 87549 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87549 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87549 meteorite has a mass of 538.6 g (19.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87549 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87549 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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