Grove Mountains 052317

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 052317 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.6 g.

12.6 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID50397
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass12.6 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.78S, 75.31972E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 052317?

Grove Mountains 052317 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 052317 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 052317 meteorite has a mass of 12.6 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 052317 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 052317 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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