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Forrest 027 meteorite

Forrest 027 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L5/6, that was found in Australia in 1992. A total of 14 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Forrest 027 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Forrest 027
Classification
L5/6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
1992
Mass recovered
14 g
Country
Australia
Coordinates
30.7597° S, 127.9498° E

What is a chondrite?

Stony and primitive. Chondrites still carry mineral grains from the early solar system, often including chondrules. More about L chondrites.

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