Patuxent Range 91546
CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Patuxent Range 91546 is a CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 17.9 g.
17.9 g
Mass
CH3
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18164 |
| Classification | CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 17.9 g (0.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 84.57525S, 62.14942W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"17.9 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Patuxent Range 91546?
Patuxent Range 91546 is classified as CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Patuxent Range 91546 meteorite weigh?
The Patuxent Range 91546 meteorite has a mass of 17.9 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Patuxent Range 91546 meteorite found?
The Patuxent Range 91546 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.
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