Patuxent Range 91508
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91508 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 264.6 g.
264.6 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18127 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 264.6 g (9.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 84.96612S, 67.50071W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"264.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91508?
Patuxent Range 91508 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91508 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91508 meteorite has a mass of 264.6 g (9.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91508 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91508 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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