Grove Mountains 022233

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 022233 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.5 g.

8.5 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID49961
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass8.5 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
Coordinates72.77861S, 75.31528E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"8.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 022233?

Grove Mountains 022233 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 022233 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 022233 meteorite has a mass of 8.5 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 022233 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 022233 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.

Same Classification

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