Allan Hills 88049

H5/6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills 88049 is a H5/6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 20.1 g.

20.1 g
Mass
H5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID1093
Classification H5/6 (H Chondrite)
Mass20.1 g (0.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates76.7003S, 159.30852E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"20.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills 88049?

Allan Hills 88049 is classified as H5/6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills 88049 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills 88049 meteorite has a mass of 20.1 g (0.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Allan Hills 88049 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills 88049 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

Same Classification

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