Grove Mountains 053040

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 053040 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 g.

2.5 g
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID50494
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass2.5 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.77639S, 75.27889E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 053040?

Grove Mountains 053040 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 053040 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 053040 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 053040 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 053040 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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