Elephant Moraine 99402

Brachinite (Unclassified) · Found 1999 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 99402 is a Brachinite (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 180.5 g.

180.5 g
Mass
Brachinite
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID9945
Classification Brachinite (Unclassified)
Mass180.5 g (6.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
Coordinates76.18333S, 157.16667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"180.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 99402?

Elephant Moraine 99402 is classified as Brachinite (Unclassified).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 99402 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 99402 meteorite has a mass of 180.5 g (6.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 99402 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 99402 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1999.

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