MacAlpine Hills 88118
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
MacAlpine Hills 88118 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15282 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1988 |
| Coordinates | 84.21667S, 160.5E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 88118?
MacAlpine Hills 88118 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the MacAlpine Hills 88118 meteorite weigh?
The MacAlpine Hills 88118 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the MacAlpine Hills 88118 meteorite found?
The MacAlpine Hills 88118 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.
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