LaPaz Icefield 02214

LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

LaPaz Icefield 02214 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 745.1 g.

745.1 g
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID12481
Classification LL5 (LL Chondrite)
Mass745.1 g (26.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates86.36667S, 70W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"745.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02214?

LaPaz Icefield 02214 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02214 meteorite weigh?

The LaPaz Icefield 02214 meteorite has a mass of 745.1 g (26.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02214 meteorite found?

The LaPaz Icefield 02214 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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