Allan Hills 83108

CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1983 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills 83108 is a CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1983 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.

1.5 kg
Mass
CO3.5
Classification
Found
Type
1983
Year

Details

NASA ID603
Classification CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1983
Coordinates77.04639S, 157.07722E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"1.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills 83108?

Allan Hills 83108 is classified as CO3.5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills 83108 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills 83108 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Allan Hills 83108 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills 83108 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1983.

Same Classification

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