LaPaz Icefield 02216

Diogenite (Achondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

LaPaz Icefield 02216 is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 612.6 g.

612.6 g
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID12483
Classification Diogenite (Achondrite)
Mass612.6 g (21.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates86.36667S, 70W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"612.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02216?

LaPaz Icefield 02216 is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).

How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02216 meteorite weigh?

The LaPaz Icefield 02216 meteorite has a mass of 612.6 g (21.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02216 meteorite found?

The LaPaz Icefield 02216 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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