Grove Mountains 051902

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 051902 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 10.6 g.

10.6 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID46463
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass10.6 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.78167S, 75.32889E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 051902?

Grove Mountains 051902 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 051902 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 051902 meteorite has a mass of 10.6 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 051902 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 051902 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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