Pecora Escarpment 02050

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Pecora Escarpment 02050 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 9.8 g.

9.8 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID18232
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass9.8 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates85.63333S, 68.7W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"9.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Pecora Escarpment 02050?

Pecora Escarpment 02050 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Pecora Escarpment 02050 meteorite weigh?

The Pecora Escarpment 02050 meteorite has a mass of 9.8 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Pecora Escarpment 02050 meteorite found?

The Pecora Escarpment 02050 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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