Allan Hills A78084

H3.9 (H Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78084 is a H3.9 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 14.3 kg.

14.3 kg
Mass
H3.9
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID1699
Classification H3.9 (H Chondrite)
Mass14.3 kg (31.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"14.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78084?

Allan Hills A78084 is classified as H3.9 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78084 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78084 meteorite has a mass of 14.3 kg (31.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Allan Hills A78084 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78084 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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