MacAlpine Hills 02658
CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
MacAlpine Hills 02658 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 g.
1.3 g
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 14955 |
| Classification | CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 g (0.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 84.21667S, 160.5E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 02658?
MacAlpine Hills 02658 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the MacAlpine Hills 02658 meteorite weigh?
The MacAlpine Hills 02658 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 g (0.0 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the MacAlpine Hills 02658 meteorite found?
The MacAlpine Hills 02658 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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