Queen Alexandra Range 97049
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 97049 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 143.1 g.
143.1 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 20456 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 143.1 g (5.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 84S, 168E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"143.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 97049?
Queen Alexandra Range 97049 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 97049 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 97049 meteorite has a mass of 143.1 g (5.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 97049 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 97049 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1997.
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