Grove Mountains 022296
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 022296 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 g.
1.6 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 47944 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.6 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 72.779167S, 75.299444E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.6 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 022296?
Grove Mountains 022296 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 022296 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 022296 meteorite has a mass of 1.6 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 022296 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 022296 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.
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