Meteorite Hills 00458

LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Meteorite Hills 00458 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 687.5 g.

687.5 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID15693
Classification LL6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass687.5 g (24.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates79.68333S, 155.75E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"687.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00458?

Meteorite Hills 00458 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Meteorite Hills 00458 meteorite weigh?

The Meteorite Hills 00458 meteorite has a mass of 687.5 g (24.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Meteorite Hills 00458 meteorite found?

The Meteorite Hills 00458 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

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