Grove Mountains 050201

L3 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 050201 is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 72.3 g.

72.3 g
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID48176
Classification L3 (L Chondrite)
Mass72.3 g (2.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.973889S, 75.275E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 050201?

Grove Mountains 050201 is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 050201 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 050201 meteorite has a mass of 72.3 g (2.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 050201 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 050201 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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