Allan Hills A78143

LL3 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1977 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78143 is a LL3 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1977 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 g.

2.2 g
Mass
LL3
Classification
Found
Type
1977
Year

Details

NASA ID1758
Classification LL3 (LL Chondrite)
Mass2.2 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1977
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78143?

Allan Hills A78143 is classified as LL3 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78143 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78143 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Allan Hills A78143 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78143 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1977.

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