Thiel Mountains 08001

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Thiel Mountains 08001 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 44.0 g.

44.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year

Details

NASA ID51019
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass44.0 g (1.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2008
Coordinates85.24067S, 90.351W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"44.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains 08001?

Thiel Mountains 08001 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Thiel Mountains 08001 meteorite weigh?

The Thiel Mountains 08001 meteorite has a mass of 44.0 g (1.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Thiel Mountains 08001 meteorite found?

The Thiel Mountains 08001 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2008.

Same Classification

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