Elephant Moraine 90640

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90640 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 9.7 g.

9.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID9049
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass9.7 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.27195S, 156.41295E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"9.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90640?

Elephant Moraine 90640 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90640 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90640 meteorite has a mass of 9.7 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90640 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90640 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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