Queen Alexandra Range 90229
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 90229 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 307.6 g.
307.6 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 19034 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 307.6 g (10.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1990 |
| Coordinates | 84.60353S, 162.19455E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"307.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 90229?
Queen Alexandra Range 90229 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 90229 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 90229 meteorite has a mass of 307.6 g (10.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 90229 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 90229 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.
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