Meteorite Hills A78017

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Meteorite Hills A78017 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 46.9 g.

46.9 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year

Details

NASA ID16613
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass46.9 g (1.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1978
Coordinates79.68333S, 155.75E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"46.9 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Meteorite Hills A78017?

Meteorite Hills A78017 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Meteorite Hills A78017 meteorite weigh?

The Meteorite Hills A78017 meteorite has a mass of 46.9 g (1.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Meteorite Hills A78017 meteorite found?

The Meteorite Hills A78017 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1978.

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