Elephant Moraine 92126

CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1992 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 92126 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.8 g.

4.8 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year

Details

NASA ID9528
Classification CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass4.8 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1992
Coordinates76.04911S, 156.33523E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"4.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 92126?

Elephant Moraine 92126 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 92126 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 92126 meteorite has a mass of 4.8 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 92126 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 92126 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1992.

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