Lewis Cliff 87215
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Lewis Cliff 87215 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 26.3 g.
26.3 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 13679 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 26.3 g (0.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1987 |
| Coordinates | 84.27294S, 161.71018E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"26.3 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Lewis Cliff 87215?
Lewis Cliff 87215 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Lewis Cliff 87215 meteorite weigh?
The Lewis Cliff 87215 meteorite has a mass of 26.3 g (0.9 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Lewis Cliff 87215 meteorite found?
The Lewis Cliff 87215 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.
Same Classification
- Jilin 4.0 tonnes
- Kunya-Urgench 1.1 tonnes
- Plainview (1917) 700.0 kg
- Wildara 500.0 kg
- Hugoton 350.0 kg
- Pultusk 250.0 kg
- El Hammami 240.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 4528 240.0 kg
Nearby Meteorites
Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.