Elephant Moraine 87746

EH4 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87746 is a EH4 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 142.3 g.

142.3 g
Mass
EH4
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8296
Classification EH4 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass142.3 g (5.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"142.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87746?

Elephant Moraine 87746 is classified as EH4 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87746 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87746 meteorite has a mass of 142.3 g (5.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87746 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87746 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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