Queen Alexandra Range 90252
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1990 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 90252 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1990 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 253.4 g.
253.4 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1990
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 19057 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 253.4 g (8.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1990 |
| Coordinates | 84.60994S, 162.14785E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"253.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 90252?
Queen Alexandra Range 90252 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 90252 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 90252 meteorite has a mass of 253.4 g (8.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 90252 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 90252 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1990.
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