Allan Hills A81066

L3.5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A81066 is a L3.5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.7 g.

8.7 g
Mass
L3.5
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID2026
Classification L3.5 (L Chondrite)
Mass8.7 g (0.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates76.68806S, 159.36084E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"8.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A81066?

Allan Hills A81066 is classified as L3.5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Allan Hills A81066 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A81066 meteorite has a mass of 8.7 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the Allan Hills A81066 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A81066 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

Same Classification

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