Elephant Moraine 87570

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87570 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 307.7 g.

307.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8120
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass307.7 g (10.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"307.7 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87570?

Elephant Moraine 87570 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87570 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87570 meteorite has a mass of 307.7 g (10.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87570 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87570 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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