Reckling Peak A79012

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Reckling Peak A79012 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 12.8 g.

12.8 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year

Details

NASA ID22467
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass12.8 g (0.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1979
Coordinates76.26667S, 159.25E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A79012?

Reckling Peak A79012 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Reckling Peak A79012 meteorite weigh?

The Reckling Peak A79012 meteorite has a mass of 12.8 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Reckling Peak A79012 meteorite found?

The Reckling Peak A79012 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.

Same Classification

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