MacAlpine Hills 02486

L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 02486 is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 10.5 g.

10.5 g
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID14796
Classification L4 (L Chondrite)
Mass10.5 g (0.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 02486?

MacAlpine Hills 02486 is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 02486 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 02486 meteorite has a mass of 10.5 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 02486 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 02486 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

Same Classification

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