Elephant Moraine 96288

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 96288 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 33.3 g.

33.3 g
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID9879
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass33.3 g (1.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 96288?

Elephant Moraine 96288 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 96288 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 96288 meteorite has a mass of 33.3 g (1.2 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 96288 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 96288 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.

Same Classification

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