Patuxent Range 91516
L7 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91516 is a L7 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 g.
1.6 g
Mass
L7
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18135 |
| Classification | L7 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.6 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 84.96438S, 67.49231W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.6 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91516?
Patuxent Range 91516 is classified as L7 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91516 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91516 meteorite has a mass of 1.6 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91516 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91516 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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