Allan Hills 88052

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills 88052 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 7.0 g.

7.0 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID1096
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass7.0 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates76.70593S, 159.15664E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"7.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills 88052?

Allan Hills 88052 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills 88052 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills 88052 meteorite has a mass of 7.0 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Allan Hills 88052 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills 88052 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

Same Classification

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