Reckling Peak 86701

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1986 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Reckling Peak 86701 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 176.8 g.

176.8 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year

Details

NASA ID22404
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass176.8 g (6.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1986
Coordinates76.24103S, 158.64418E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"176.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak 86701?

Reckling Peak 86701 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Reckling Peak 86701 meteorite weigh?

The Reckling Peak 86701 meteorite has a mass of 176.8 g (6.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Reckling Peak 86701 meteorite found?

The Reckling Peak 86701 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1986.

Same Classification

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