Grove Mountains 99016

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Grove Mountains 99016 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 38.8 g.

38.8 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID11413
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass38.8 g (1.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates73.08333S, 75.2E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 99016?

Grove Mountains 99016 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Grove Mountains 99016 meteorite weigh?

The Grove Mountains 99016 meteorite has a mass of 38.8 g (1.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Grove Mountains 99016 meteorite found?

The Grove Mountains 99016 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

Same Classification

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