Queen Alexandra Range 99039
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 99039 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 244.1 g.
244.1 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 21491 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 244.1 g (8.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 84S, 168E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"244.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 99039?
Queen Alexandra Range 99039 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 99039 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99039 meteorite has a mass of 244.1 g (8.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 99039 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99039 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1999.
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