Grove Mountains 050035

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 050035 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 43.8 g.

43.8 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID50221
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass43.8 g (1.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.99972S, 75.19417E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 050035?

Grove Mountains 050035 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 050035 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 050035 meteorite has a mass of 43.8 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 050035 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 050035 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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