Elephant Moraine 90457

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90457 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 80.7 g.

80.7 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8866
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass80.7 g (2.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.28193S, 156.44769E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90457?

Elephant Moraine 90457 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90457 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90457 meteorite has a mass of 80.7 g (2.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90457 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90457 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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