Elephant Moraine 87846
CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Elephant Moraine 87846 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.1 g.
8.1 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 8396 |
| Classification | CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.1 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1987 |
| Coordinates | 76.05599S, 156.06713E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"8.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87846?
Elephant Moraine 87846 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Elephant Moraine 87846 meteorite weigh?
The Elephant Moraine 87846 meteorite has a mass of 8.1 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Elephant Moraine 87846 meteorite found?
The Elephant Moraine 87846 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.
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