Grove Mountains 053986

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2006 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 053986 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 g.

1.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year

Details

NASA ID50591
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.7 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2006
Coordinates72.77758S, 75.284E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"1.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 053986?

Grove Mountains 053986 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 053986 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 053986 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Grove Mountains 053986 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 053986 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2006.

Same Classification

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