Grove Mountains 020090
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 020090 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 7.5 g.
7.5 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30681 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 7.5 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 72.99944S, 75.26111E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"7.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020090?
Grove Mountains 020090 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 020090 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 020090 meteorite has a mass of 7.5 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 020090 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 020090 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.
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