Patuxent Range 91501

L7 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Patuxent Range 91501 is a L7 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.6 kg.

8.6 kg
Mass
L7
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID18120
Classification L7 (L Chondrite)
Mass8.6 kg (18.9 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates84.71667S, 64.5W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"8.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91501?

Patuxent Range 91501 is classified as L7 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Patuxent Range 91501 meteorite weigh?

The Patuxent Range 91501 meteorite has a mass of 8.6 kg (18.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Patuxent Range 91501 meteorite found?

The Patuxent Range 91501 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

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