Patuxent Range 91529

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Patuxent Range 91529 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.6 g.

12.6 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID18147
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass12.6 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates84.962S, 67.54447W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"12.6 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91529?

Patuxent Range 91529 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Patuxent Range 91529 meteorite weigh?

The Patuxent Range 91529 meteorite has a mass of 12.6 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Patuxent Range 91529 meteorite found?

The Patuxent Range 91529 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

Same Classification

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