Elephant Moraine 90430

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90430 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 3.9 g.

3.9 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8839
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass3.9 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.26664S, 156.40176E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"3.9 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90430?

Elephant Moraine 90430 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90430 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90430 meteorite has a mass of 3.9 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90430 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90430 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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