Grove Mountains 051862
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 051862 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.
1.8 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 46957 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2006 |
| Coordinates | 72.775S, 75.33611E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 051862?
Grove Mountains 051862 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 051862 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 051862 meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Grove Mountains 051862 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 051862 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.
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