Grove Mountains 99009

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 99009 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 20.9 g.

20.9 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID11406
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass20.9 g (0.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates73.08333S, 75.2E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 99009?

Grove Mountains 99009 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 99009 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 99009 meteorite has a mass of 20.9 g (0.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 99009 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 99009 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

Same Classification

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