Grove Mountains 020175
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 020175 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 g.
1.5 g
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 46726 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.5 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 72.97917S, 75.26167E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 020175?
Grove Mountains 020175 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 020175 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 020175 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 020175 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 020175 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.
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