Elephant Moraine 92177

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1992 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 92177 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 11.4 g.

11.4 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year

Details

NASA ID9578
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass11.4 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1992
Coordinates76.04561S, 156.0322E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"11.4 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 92177?

Elephant Moraine 92177 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 92177 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 92177 meteorite has a mass of 11.4 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 92177 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 92177 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1992.

Same Classification

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