Grove Mountains 051869

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 051869 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 118.7 g.

118.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID46959
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass118.7 g (4.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.78111S, 75.32833E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"118.7 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 051869?

Grove Mountains 051869 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 051869 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 051869 meteorite has a mass of 118.7 g (4.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Grove Mountains 051869 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 051869 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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