Elephant Moraine 90464

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90464 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 159.1 g.

159.1 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID8873
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass159.1 g (5.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.2682S, 156.42E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"159.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90464?

Elephant Moraine 90464 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90464 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90464 meteorite has a mass of 159.1 g (5.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90464 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90464 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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