Allan Hills A76006

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1976 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A76006 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1976 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.

1.1 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1976
Year

Details

NASA ID1313
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass1.1 kg (2.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1976
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A76006?

Allan Hills A76006 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A76006 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A76006 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Allan Hills A76006 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A76006 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1976.

Same Classification

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