Elephant Moraine 96178

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 96178 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 21.4 g.

21.4 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID9770
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass21.4 g (0.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 96178?

Elephant Moraine 96178 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 96178 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 96178 meteorite has a mass of 21.4 g (0.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 96178 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 96178 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.

Same Classification

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