Elephant Moraine 96243

L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 96243 is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 14.7 g.

14.7 g
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID9834
Classification L4 (L Chondrite)
Mass14.7 g (0.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 96243?

Elephant Moraine 96243 is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 96243 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 96243 meteorite has a mass of 14.7 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 96243 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 96243 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.

Same Classification

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