Allan Hills A78127

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78127 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 194.5 g.

194.5 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID1742
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass194.5 g (6.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"194.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78127?

Allan Hills A78127 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78127 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78127 meteorite has a mass of 194.5 g (6.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A78127 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78127 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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