Grove Mountains 050003

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 050003 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 6.4 g.

6.4 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year

Details

NASA ID48136
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass6.4 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2005
Coordinates73.094444S, 75.203333E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"6.4 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 050003?

Grove Mountains 050003 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 050003 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 050003 meteorite has a mass of 6.4 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 050003 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 050003 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2005.

Same Classification

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