Meteorite Hills 00461
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00461 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 518.0 g.
518.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15696 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 518.0 g (18.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"518.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00461?
Meteorite Hills 00461 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00461 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00461 meteorite has a mass of 518.0 g (18.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00461 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00461 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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