Meteorite Hills 96500
Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 96500 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 592.9 g.
592.9 g
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16559 |
| Classification | Howardite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 592.9 g (20.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1996 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"592.9 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 96500?
Meteorite Hills 96500 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 96500 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 96500 meteorite has a mass of 592.9 g (20.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 96500 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 96500 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.
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