Meteorite Hills 01278
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 01278 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 43.0 g.
43.0 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16510 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 43.0 g (1.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"43.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 01278?
Meteorite Hills 01278 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 01278 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 01278 meteorite has a mass of 43.0 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 01278 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 01278 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2001.
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