MacAlpine Hills 02759
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
MacAlpine Hills 02759 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.9 g.
1.9 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15052 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.9 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 84.21667S, 160.5E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.9 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 02759?
MacAlpine Hills 02759 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the MacAlpine Hills 02759 meteorite weigh?
The MacAlpine Hills 02759 meteorite has a mass of 1.9 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the MacAlpine Hills 02759 meteorite found?
The MacAlpine Hills 02759 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.
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