Thiel Mountains 91710

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Thiel Mountains 91710 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 514.7 g.

514.7 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID23938
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass514.7 g (18.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates85.16103S, 94.55959W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"514.7 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains 91710?

Thiel Mountains 91710 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Thiel Mountains 91710 meteorite weigh?

The Thiel Mountains 91710 meteorite has a mass of 514.7 g (18.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Thiel Mountains 91710 meteorite found?

The Thiel Mountains 91710 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

Same Classification

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