LaPaz Icefield 02277
CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
LaPaz Icefield 02277 is a CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 7.8 g.
7.8 g
Mass
CM1
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12544 |
| Classification | CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 7.8 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 86.36667S, 70W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"7.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02277?
LaPaz Icefield 02277 is classified as CM1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02277 meteorite weigh?
The LaPaz Icefield 02277 meteorite has a mass of 7.8 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02277 meteorite found?
The LaPaz Icefield 02277 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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- Meteorite Hills 01073 15.7 g
- Miller Range 07689 12.2 g
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