Elephant Moraine 96003

Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 96003 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 15.6 g.

15.6 g
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID9597
Classification Howardite (Achondrite)
Mass15.6 g (0.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 96003?

Elephant Moraine 96003 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 96003 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 96003 meteorite has a mass of 15.6 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 96003 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 96003 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.

Same Classification

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