MacAlpine Hills 02837

EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 02837 is a EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 188.6 g.

188.6 g
Mass
EL3
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID15125
Classification EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass188.6 g (6.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"188.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 02837?

MacAlpine Hills 02837 is classified as EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 02837 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 02837 meteorite has a mass of 188.6 g (6.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 02837 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 02837 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2002.

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