Pecora Escarpment 91452

CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Pecora Escarpment 91452 is a CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 7.2 g.

7.2 g
Mass
CH3
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID18743
Classification CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass7.2 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates85.67874S, 69.06662W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"7.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Pecora Escarpment 91452?

Pecora Escarpment 91452 is classified as CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Pecora Escarpment 91452 meteorite weigh?

The Pecora Escarpment 91452 meteorite has a mass of 7.2 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Pecora Escarpment 91452 meteorite found?

The Pecora Escarpment 91452 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

Same Classification

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