Allan Hills A77257

Ureilite (Achondrite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A77257 is a Ureilite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.

2.0 kg
Mass
Ureilite
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1568
Classification Ureilite (Achondrite)
Mass2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A77257?

Allan Hills A77257 is classified as Ureilite (Achondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A77257 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A77257 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Allan Hills A77257 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A77257 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

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