Patuxent Range 91500
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91500 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 16.5 kg.
16.5 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18119 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 16.5 kg (36.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 85.07424S, 64.46576W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"16.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91500?
Patuxent Range 91500 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91500 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91500 meteorite has a mass of 16.5 kg (36.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91500 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91500 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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