Elephant Moraine 90047
CM1/2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Elephant Moraine 90047 is a CM1/2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 g.
1.2 g
Mass
CM1/2
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 8457 |
| Classification | CM1/2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1990 |
| Coordinates | 76.26535S, 156.49442E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90047?
Elephant Moraine 90047 is classified as CM1/2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Elephant Moraine 90047 meteorite weigh?
The Elephant Moraine 90047 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Elephant Moraine 90047 meteorite found?
The Elephant Moraine 90047 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.
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