Meteorite Hills 00429
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00429 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 30.5 g.
30.5 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15664 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 30.5 g (1.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"30.5 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00429?
Meteorite Hills 00429 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00429 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00429 meteorite has a mass of 30.5 g (1.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00429 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00429 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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