Allan Hills A77005

Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A77005 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 482.5 g.

482.5 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1321
Classification Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite)
Mass482.5 g (17.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"482.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A77005?

Allan Hills A77005 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).

How much does the Allan Hills A77005 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A77005 meteorite has a mass of 482.5 g (17.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A77005 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A77005 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

Same Classification

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