LaPaz Icefield 02228
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
LaPaz Icefield 02228 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 335.8 g.
335.8 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12495 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 335.8 g (11.8 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 86.36667S, 70W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"335.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02228?
LaPaz Icefield 02228 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02228 meteorite weigh?
The LaPaz Icefield 02228 meteorite has a mass of 335.8 g (11.8 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02228 meteorite found?
The LaPaz Icefield 02228 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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