Reckling Peak A79015
Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Reckling Peak A79015 is a Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 10.0 kg.
10.0 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-an
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22470 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 10.0 kg (22.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 76.21541S, 158.5392E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"10.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A79015?
Reckling Peak A79015 is classified as Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Reckling Peak A79015 meteorite weigh?
The Reckling Peak A79015 meteorite has a mass of 10.0 kg (22.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Reckling Peak A79015 meteorite found?
The Reckling Peak A79015 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1979.
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