Elephant Moraine A79001
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Elephant Moraine A79001 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 7.9 kg.
7.9 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10002 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 7.9 kg (17.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 76.29083S, 157.26667E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"7.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine A79001?
Elephant Moraine A79001 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Elephant Moraine A79001 meteorite weigh?
The Elephant Moraine A79001 meteorite has a mass of 7.9 kg (17.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Elephant Moraine A79001 meteorite found?
The Elephant Moraine A79001 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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