Grove Mountains 99027
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Grove Mountains 99027 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 10.0 g.
10.0 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11424 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 10.0 g (0.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 73.08333S, 75.2E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"10.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Grove Mountains 99027?
Grove Mountains 99027 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Grove Mountains 99027 meteorite weigh?
The Grove Mountains 99027 meteorite has a mass of 10.0 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Grove Mountains 99027 meteorite found?
The Grove Mountains 99027 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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