Meteorite Hills A78008
Ureilite (Achondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Meteorite Hills A78008 is a Ureilite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 125.5 g.
125.5 g
Mass
Ureilite
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16604 |
| Classification | Ureilite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 125.5 g (4.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 79.68333S, 155.75E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"125.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills A78008?
Meteorite Hills A78008 is classified as Ureilite (Achondrite).
How much does the Meteorite Hills A78008 meteorite weigh?
The Meteorite Hills A78008 meteorite has a mass of 125.5 g (4.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Meteorite Hills A78008 meteorite found?
The Meteorite Hills A78008 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.
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