Meteorite Hills 01017
CV3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 01017 is a CV3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 238.0 g.
238.0 g
Mass
CV3-an
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16250 |
| Classification | CV3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 238.0 g (8.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"238.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 01017?
Meteorite Hills 01017 is classified as CV3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 01017 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 01017 meteorite has a mass of 238.0 g (8.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 01017 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 01017 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2001.
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