Pecora Escarpment 02071

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Pecora Escarpment 02071 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.

1.2 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID18253
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates85.63333S, 68.7W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Pecora Escarpment 02071?

Pecora Escarpment 02071 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Pecora Escarpment 02071 meteorite weigh?

The Pecora Escarpment 02071 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Pecora Escarpment 02071 meteorite found?

The Pecora Escarpment 02071 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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