MacAlpine Hills 87317

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 87317 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 120.5 g.

120.5 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID15260
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass120.5 g (4.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"120.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 87317?

MacAlpine Hills 87317 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 87317 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 87317 meteorite has a mass of 120.5 g (4.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 87317 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 87317 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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