Thiel Mountains 99011

L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Thiel Mountains 99011 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 473.0 g.

473.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID23963
Classification L5 (L Chondrite)
Mass473.0 g (16.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates85.15852S, 94.62125W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"473.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains 99011?

Thiel Mountains 99011 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Thiel Mountains 99011 meteorite weigh?

The Thiel Mountains 99011 meteorite has a mass of 473.0 g (16.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Thiel Mountains 99011 meteorite found?

The Thiel Mountains 99011 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

Same Classification

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