Allan Hills A78252

Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A78252 is a Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.8 kg.

2.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IVA
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID1865
Classification Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite)
Mass2.8 kg (6.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates76.71667S, 159.66667E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A78252?

Allan Hills A78252 is classified as Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Allan Hills A78252 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A78252 meteorite has a mass of 2.8 kg (6.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Allan Hills A78252 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A78252 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

Same Classification

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