Patuxent Range 91512
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91512 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 177.4 g.
177.4 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18131 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 177.4 g (6.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 84.96241S, 67.57757W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"177.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91512?
Patuxent Range 91512 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91512 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91512 meteorite has a mass of 177.4 g (6.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91512 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91512 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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