Graves Nunataks 98171
L3.8 (L Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Graves Nunataks 98171 is a L3.8 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.0 g.
8.0 g
Mass
L3.8
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11161 |
| Classification | L3.8 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.0 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 86.71667S, 141.5W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"8.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Graves Nunataks 98171?
Graves Nunataks 98171 is classified as L3.8 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Graves Nunataks 98171 meteorite weigh?
The Graves Nunataks 98171 meteorite has a mass of 8.0 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Graves Nunataks 98171 meteorite found?
The Graves Nunataks 98171 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1998.
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