Meteorite Hills 00406
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00406 is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 16.1 g.
16.1 g
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15641 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 16.1 g (0.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 155.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"16.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00406?
Meteorite Hills 00406 is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00406 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00406 meteorite has a mass of 16.1 g (0.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00406 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00406 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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