Meteorite Hills 00706
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00706 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.4 g.
12.4 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15940 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 12.4 g (0.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"12.4 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00706?
Meteorite Hills 00706 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00706 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00706 meteorite has a mass of 12.4 g (0.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00706 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00706 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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