Grove Mountains 022459
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 022459 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 g.
1.1 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30715 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 72.77389S, 75.32694E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 022459?
Grove Mountains 022459 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 022459 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 022459 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 022459 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 022459 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2003.
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