Elephant Moraine 96047

H4-an (H Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 96047 is a H4-an (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 139.4 g.

139.4 g
Mass
H4-an
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID9641
Classification H4-an (H Chondrite)
Mass139.4 g (4.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"139.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 96047?

Elephant Moraine 96047 is classified as H4-an (H Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 96047 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 96047 meteorite has a mass of 139.4 g (4.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 96047 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 96047 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.

Same Classification

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