MacAlpine Hills 88201

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1988 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

MacAlpine Hills 88201 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1988 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 40.4 g.

40.4 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1988
Year

Details

NASA ID15365
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass40.4 g (1.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1988
Coordinates84.21667S, 160.5E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is MacAlpine Hills 88201?

MacAlpine Hills 88201 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the MacAlpine Hills 88201 meteorite weigh?

The MacAlpine Hills 88201 meteorite has a mass of 40.4 g (1.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the MacAlpine Hills 88201 meteorite found?

The MacAlpine Hills 88201 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1988.

Same Classification

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