MacAlpine Hills 88102
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
MacAlpine Hills 88102 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 754.3 g.
754.3 g
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15266 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 754.3 g (26.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1988 |
| Coordinates | 84.21667S, 160.5E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"754.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 88102?
MacAlpine Hills 88102 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the MacAlpine Hills 88102 meteorite weigh?
The MacAlpine Hills 88102 meteorite has a mass of 754.3 g (26.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the MacAlpine Hills 88102 meteorite found?
The MacAlpine Hills 88102 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.
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