Grove Mountains 020159
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 020159 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 g.
1.5 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 46714 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.5 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 72.97861S, 75.26111E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020159?
Grove Mountains 020159 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 020159 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 020159 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 020159 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 020159 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.
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