Elephant Moraine 90986

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 90986 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 g.

1.2 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year

Details

NASA ID9395
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.2 g (0.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1990
Coordinates76.2675S, 156.44222E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"1.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 90986?

Elephant Moraine 90986 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 90986 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 90986 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 90986 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 90986 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.

Same Classification

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