Allan Hills A78091

H4/5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78091 is a H4/5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 g.

2.5 g
Mass
H4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1706
Classification H4/5 (H Chondrite)
Mass2.5 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.5 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78091?

Allan Hills A78091 is classified as H4/5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78091 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78091 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Allan Hills A78091 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78091 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

Same Classification

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