Patuxent Range 91539

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Patuxent Range 91539 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 42.7 g.

42.7 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID18157
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass42.7 g (1.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates84.75515S, 62.52034W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91539?

Patuxent Range 91539 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Patuxent Range 91539 meteorite weigh?

The Patuxent Range 91539 meteorite has a mass of 42.7 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Patuxent Range 91539 meteorite found?

The Patuxent Range 91539 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

Same Classification

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