Allan Hills A77003

CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A77003 is a CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 779.6 g.

779.6 g
Mass
CO3.6
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1319
Classification CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass779.6 g (27.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"779.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A77003?

Allan Hills A77003 is classified as CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A77003 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A77003 meteorite has a mass of 779.6 g (27.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A77003 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A77003 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

Same Classification

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