Hughes 030
R3-6 (Unclassified) · Found 1991 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Hughes 030 is a R3-6 (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 100.0 g.
100.0 g
Mass
R3-6
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11954 |
| Classification | R3-6 (Unclassified) |
| Mass | 100.0 g (3.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 30.668S, 129.462E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"100.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hughes 030?
Hughes 030 is classified as R3-6 (Unclassified).
How much does the Hughes 030 meteorite weigh?
The Hughes 030 meteorite has a mass of 100.0 g (3.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hughes 030 meteorite found?
The Hughes 030 meteorite was found in Australia in 1991.
Same Classification
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- Blue Eagle 70.0 g
- Northwest Africa 7712 53.0 g
- Northwest Africa 6492 45.0 g
- Sahara 99537 27.0 g
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