Queen Alexandra Range 99177
CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 99177 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 43.6 g.
43.6 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 21628 |
| Classification | CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 43.6 g (1.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 84S, 168E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"43.6 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 99177?
Queen Alexandra Range 99177 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 99177 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99177 meteorite has a mass of 43.6 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 99177 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99177 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1999.
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- Renazzo 1.0 kg
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