Grove Mountains 051664

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 051664 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.9 g.

4.9 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID50296
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass4.9 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.77806S, 75.32306E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"4.9 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 051664?

Grove Mountains 051664 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 051664 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 051664 meteorite has a mass of 4.9 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 051664 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 051664 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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