Pecora Escarpment 82500

CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1982 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Pecora Escarpment 82500 is a CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1982 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 90.9 g.

90.9 g
Mass
CK4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1982
Year

Details

NASA ID18263
Classification CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass90.9 g (3.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1982
Coordinates85.68566S, 68.80758W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Pecora Escarpment 82500?

Pecora Escarpment 82500 is classified as CK4/5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Pecora Escarpment 82500 meteorite weigh?

The Pecora Escarpment 82500 meteorite has a mass of 90.9 g (3.2 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Pecora Escarpment 82500 meteorite found?

The Pecora Escarpment 82500 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1982.

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