Allan Hills A81021

EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A81021 is a EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 695.1 g.

695.1 g
Mass
EL6
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID1981
Classification EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass695.1 g (24.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates76.83077S, 158.23057E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"695.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A81021?

Allan Hills A81021 is classified as EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A81021 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A81021 meteorite has a mass of 695.1 g (24.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Allan Hills A81021 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A81021 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

Same Classification

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