Reckling Peak A80258
Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1980 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Reckling Peak A80258 is a Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 4.3 g.
4.3 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-an
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22527 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.3 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1980 |
| Coordinates | 76.21321S, 158.44041E |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"4.3 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Reckling Peak A80258?
Reckling Peak A80258 is classified as Mesosiderite-an (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Reckling Peak A80258 meteorite weigh?
The Reckling Peak A80258 meteorite has a mass of 4.3 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Reckling Peak A80258 meteorite found?
The Reckling Peak A80258 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1980.
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