Elephant Moraine 90161

L3.05 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90161 is a L3.05 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 9.7 g.

9.7 g
Mass
L3.05
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8570
Classification L3.05 (L Chondrite)
Mass9.7 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.2824S, 156.51672E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"9.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90161?

Elephant Moraine 90161 is classified as L3.05 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90161 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90161 meteorite has a mass of 9.7 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90161 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90161 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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