Allan Hills A77256

Diogenite (Achondrite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A77256 is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 676.2 g.

676.2 g
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1567
Classification Diogenite (Achondrite)
Mass676.2 g (23.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"676.2 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A77256?

Allan Hills A77256 is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A77256 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A77256 meteorite has a mass of 676.2 g (23.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A77256 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A77256 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

Same Classification

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