Elephant Moraine 90100

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90100 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.8 g.

12.8 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8509
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass12.8 g (0.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.27923S, 156.48156E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90100?

Elephant Moraine 90100 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90100 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90100 meteorite has a mass of 12.8 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90100 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90100 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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