Queen Alexandra Range 99679
CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Queen Alexandra Range 99679 is a CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 3.7 g.
3.7 g
Mass
CK4
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22125 |
| Classification | CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.7 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 84S, 168E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"3.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Queen Alexandra Range 99679?
Queen Alexandra Range 99679 is classified as CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Queen Alexandra Range 99679 meteorite weigh?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99679 meteorite has a mass of 3.7 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Queen Alexandra Range 99679 meteorite found?
The Queen Alexandra Range 99679 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1999.
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- Cook 003 1.5 kg
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