LaPaz Icefield 02336

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

LaPaz Icefield 02336 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 85.6 g.

85.6 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID12603
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass85.6 g (3.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates86.36667S, 70W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"85.6 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02336?

LaPaz Icefield 02336 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02336 meteorite weigh?

The LaPaz Icefield 02336 meteorite has a mass of 85.6 g (3.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02336 meteorite found?

The LaPaz Icefield 02336 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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