LaPaz Icefield 02430
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
LaPaz Icefield 02430 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 g.
1.3 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12697 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 86.36667S, 70W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02430?
LaPaz Icefield 02430 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02430 meteorite weigh?
The LaPaz Icefield 02430 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02430 meteorite found?
The LaPaz Icefield 02430 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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