LaPaz Icefield 02224
Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
LaPaz Icefield 02224 is a Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 252.5 g.
252.5 g
Mass
Lunar (basalt)
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12491 |
| Classification | Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) |
| Mass | 252.5 g (8.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 86.36667S, 70W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"252.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02224?
LaPaz Icefield 02224 is classified as Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite).
How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02224 meteorite weigh?
The LaPaz Icefield 02224 meteorite has a mass of 252.5 g (8.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02224 meteorite found?
The LaPaz Icefield 02224 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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