Allan Hills A79032

H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A79032 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 2.6 g.

2.6 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID1906
Classification H5 (H Chondrite)
Mass2.6 g (0.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates76.70306S, 159.39278E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"2.6 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A79032?

Allan Hills A79032 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A79032 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A79032 meteorite has a mass of 2.6 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Allan Hills A79032 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A79032 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

Same Classification

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