Lewis Cliff 87006

Mesosiderite-A (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Lewis Cliff 87006 is a Mesosiderite-A (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 269.5 g.

269.5 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-A
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID13481
Classification Mesosiderite-A (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass269.5 g (9.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates84.28333S, 161.08333E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"269.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Lewis Cliff 87006?

Lewis Cliff 87006 is classified as Mesosiderite-A (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Lewis Cliff 87006 meteorite weigh?

The Lewis Cliff 87006 meteorite has a mass of 269.5 g (9.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Lewis Cliff 87006 meteorite found?

The Lewis Cliff 87006 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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