Allan Hills 84086

L3.8 (L Chondrite) · Found 1984 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills 84086 is a L3.8 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1984 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 234.0 g.

234.0 g
Mass
L3.8
Classification
Found
Type
1984
Year

Details

NASA ID688
Classification L3.8 (L Chondrite)
Mass234.0 g (8.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1984
Coordinates77.04172S, 157.02258E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"234.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills 84086?

Allan Hills 84086 is classified as L3.8 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills 84086 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills 84086 meteorite has a mass of 234.0 g (8.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills 84086 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills 84086 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1984.

Same Classification

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