Elephant Moraine 90043

CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90043 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.5 g.

12.5 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8453
Classification CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass12.5 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.2683S, 156.42732E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"12.5 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90043?

Elephant Moraine 90043 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90043 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90043 meteorite has a mass of 12.5 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90043 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90043 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

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