Reckling Peak A79002

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Reckling Peak A79002 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 203.6 g.

203.6 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID22462
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass203.6 g (7.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates76.26667S, 159.25E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"203.6 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A79002?

Reckling Peak A79002 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Reckling Peak A79002 meteorite weigh?

The Reckling Peak A79002 meteorite has a mass of 203.6 g (7.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Reckling Peak A79002 meteorite found?

The Reckling Peak A79002 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

Same Classification

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