Meteorite Hills 01279
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 01279 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 30.6 g.
30.6 g
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16511 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 30.6 g (1.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"30.6 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 01279?
Meteorite Hills 01279 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 01279 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 01279 meteorite has a mass of 30.6 g (1.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 01279 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 01279 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2001.
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