MacAlpine Hills 88136

EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 88136 is a EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 74.4 g.

74.4 g
Mass
EL3
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID15300
Classification EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass74.4 g (2.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"74.4 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 88136?

MacAlpine Hills 88136 is classified as EL3 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 88136 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 88136 meteorite has a mass of 74.4 g (2.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 88136 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 88136 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

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