Grove Mountains 020006
L3 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 020006 is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 g.
1.7 g
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 46616 |
| Classification | L3 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.7 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 73.09639S, 75.2025E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020006?
Grove Mountains 020006 is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 020006 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 020006 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 020006 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 020006 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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