Allan Hills A78147

H5/6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78147 is a H5/6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 30.6 g.

30.6 g
Mass
H5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID1761
Classification H5/6 (H Chondrite)
Mass30.6 g (1.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"30.6 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78147?

Allan Hills A78147 is classified as H5/6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78147 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78147 meteorite has a mass of 30.6 g (1.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Allan Hills A78147 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78147 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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