LaPaz Icefield 02436

Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

LaPaz Icefield 02436 is a Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 59.0 g.

59.0 g
Mass
Lunar (basalt)
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID12703
Classification Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite)
Mass59.0 g (2.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates86.36667S, 70W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is LaPaz Icefield 02436?

LaPaz Icefield 02436 is classified as Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite).

How much does the LaPaz Icefield 02436 meteorite weigh?

The LaPaz Icefield 02436 meteorite has a mass of 59.0 g (2.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the LaPaz Icefield 02436 meteorite found?

The LaPaz Icefield 02436 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

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