Grove Mountains 020003

LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 020003 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.8 g.

4.8 g
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID46614
Classification LL5 (LL Chondrite)
Mass4.8 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates73.10417S, 75.17944E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"4.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020003?

Grove Mountains 020003 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 020003 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 020003 meteorite has a mass of 4.8 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 020003 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 020003 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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