Meteorite Hills 96507
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills 96507 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 443.1 g.
443.1 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16566 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 443.1 g (15.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1996 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 159.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"443.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills 96507?
Meteorite Hills 96507 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills 96507 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills 96507 meteorite has a mass of 443.1 g (15.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills 96507 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills 96507 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1996.
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