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LaPaz Icefield 02263 meteorite

LaPaz Icefield 02263 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as LL5, that was found in Antarctica in 2002. A total of 92 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of LaPaz Icefield 02263 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
LaPaz Icefield 02263
Classification
LL5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
LL
Fall or find
Find
Year
2002
Mass recovered
92 g
Country
Antarctica
Coordinates
86.3667° S, 70.0000° W

What is a chondrite?

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

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