Elephant Moraine 90909

L3.6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90909 is a L3.6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 6.4 g.

6.4 g
Mass
L3.6
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID9318
Classification L3.6 (L Chondrite)
Mass6.4 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.26825S, 156.49748E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"6.4 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90909?

Elephant Moraine 90909 is classified as L3.6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90909 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90909 meteorite has a mass of 6.4 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90909 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90909 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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