LaPaz Icefield 02260

LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

LaPaz Icefield 02260 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 144.9 g.

144.9 g
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID12527
Classification LL5 (LL Chondrite)
Mass144.9 g (5.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates86.36667S, 70W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"144.9 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02260?

LaPaz Icefield 02260 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02260 meteorite weigh?

The LaPaz Icefield 02260 meteorite has a mass of 144.9 g (5.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02260 meteorite found?

The LaPaz Icefield 02260 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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