Patuxent Range 91542
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91542 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 5.7 g.
5.7 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18160 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.7 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 84.7916S, 61.88361W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"5.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91542?
Patuxent Range 91542 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91542 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91542 meteorite has a mass of 5.7 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91542 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91542 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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