Queen Alexandra Range 97948
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 97948 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 3.4 g.
3.4 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 21402 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.4 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 84S, 168E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"3.4 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 97948?
Queen Alexandra Range 97948 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 97948 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 97948 meteorite has a mass of 3.4 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 97948 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 97948 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1997.
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