Thiel Mountains 91723

L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Thiel Mountains 91723 is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 264.6 g.

264.6 g
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID23950
Classification L4 (L Chondrite)
Mass264.6 g (9.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates85.16221S, 94.62019W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"264.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains 91723?

Thiel Mountains 91723 is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Thiel Mountains 91723 meteorite weigh?

The Thiel Mountains 91723 meteorite has a mass of 264.6 g (9.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Thiel Mountains 91723 meteorite found?

The Thiel Mountains 91723 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1991.

Same Classification

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