MacAlpine Hills 87301

C3-ung (Unclassified) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 87301 is a C3-ung (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 110.9 g.

110.9 g
Mass
C3-ung
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID15244
Classification C3-ung (Unclassified)
Mass110.9 g (3.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"110.9 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 87301?

MacAlpine Hills 87301 is classified as C3-ung (Unclassified).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 87301 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 87301 meteorite has a mass of 110.9 g (3.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 87301 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 87301 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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