Meteorite Hills 00768
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 00768 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 8.1 g.
8.1 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16002 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.1 g (0.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 155.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"8.1 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 00768?
Meteorite Hills 00768 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 00768 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 00768 meteorite has a mass of 8.1 g (0.3 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 00768 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 00768 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.
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