Meteorite Hills 00489
L3.6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00489 is a L3.6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 232.0 g.
232.0 g
Mass
L3.6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15724 |
| Classification | L3.6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 232.0 g (8.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 155.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"232.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00489?
Meteorite Hills 00489 is classified as L3.6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00489 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00489 meteorite has a mass of 232.0 g (8.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00489 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00489 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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