Grove Mountains 020069

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 020069 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 171.5 g.

171.5 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID46659
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass171.5 g (6.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
Coordinates72.99556S, 75.20778E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"171.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020069?

Grove Mountains 020069 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 020069 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 020069 meteorite has a mass of 171.5 g (6.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Grove Mountains 020069 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 020069 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.

Same Classification

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