Frontier Mountain 97005
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Frontier Mountain 97005 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 g.
1.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10738 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.0 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 72.95278S, 160.43917E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Frontier Mountain 97005?
Frontier Mountain 97005 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Frontier Mountain 97005 meteorite weigh?
The Frontier Mountain 97005 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Frontier Mountain 97005 meteorite found?
The Frontier Mountain 97005 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1997.
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