Reckling Peak A80231

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1980 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Reckling Peak A80231 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 238.1 g.

238.1 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year

Details

NASA ID22500
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass238.1 g (8.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1980
Coordinates76.229S, 158.26337E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"238.1 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A80231?

Reckling Peak A80231 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Reckling Peak A80231 meteorite weigh?

The Reckling Peak A80231 meteorite has a mass of 238.1 g (8.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Reckling Peak A80231 meteorite found?

The Reckling Peak A80231 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1980.

Same Classification

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