Hughes 016

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Australia

Key Takeaway

Hughes 016 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 58.0 g.

58.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID11940
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass58.0 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates30.547S, 129.18917E
Country Australia

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Hughes 016?

Hughes 016 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Hughes 016 meteorite weigh?

The Hughes 016 meteorite has a mass of 58.0 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Hughes 016 meteorite found?

The Hughes 016 meteorite was found in Australia in 1991.

Same Classification

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