Grove Mountains 022284

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 022284 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 11.9 g.

11.9 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID46896
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass11.9 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
Coordinates72.77972S, 75.29278E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"11.9 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 022284?

Grove Mountains 022284 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 022284 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 022284 meteorite has a mass of 11.9 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 022284 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 022284 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.

Same Classification

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