Meteorite Hills 01257
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 01257 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 g.
1.7 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16489 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.7 g (0.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.7 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 01257?
Meteorite Hills 01257 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 01257 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 01257 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 g (0.1 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 01257 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 01257 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2001.
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