Elephant Moraine 92042

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1992 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 92042 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 103.7 g.

103.7 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year

Details

NASA ID9444
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass103.7 g (3.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1992
Coordinates76.0652S, 156.00931E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"103.7 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 92042?

Elephant Moraine 92042 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 92042 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 92042 meteorite has a mass of 103.7 g (3.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 92042 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 92042 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1992.

Same Classification

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