Allan Hills A78113

Aubrite (Achondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78113 is a Aubrite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 298.6 g.

298.6 g
Mass
Aubrite
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID1728
Classification Aubrite (Achondrite)
Mass298.6 g (10.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"298.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78113?

Allan Hills A78113 is classified as Aubrite (Achondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78113 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78113 meteorite has a mass of 298.6 g (10.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A78113 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78113 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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