Meteorite Hills 00485
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00485 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 221.9 g.
221.9 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15720 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 221.9 g (7.8 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 155.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"221.9 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00485?
Meteorite Hills 00485 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00485 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00485 meteorite has a mass of 221.9 g (7.8 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00485 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00485 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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