Patriot Hills 99001
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patriot Hills 99001 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 g.
1.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18117 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.7 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 80.28555S, 81.81348W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patriot Hills 99001?
Patriot Hills 99001 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patriot Hills 99001 meteorite weigh?
The Patriot Hills 99001 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Patriot Hills 99001 meteorite found?
The Patriot Hills 99001 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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