Thiel Mountains 99008

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Thiel Mountains 99008 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 147.5 g.

147.5 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID23960
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass147.5 g (5.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates85.16103S, 94.59745W
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"147.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains 99008?

Thiel Mountains 99008 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Thiel Mountains 99008 meteorite weigh?

The Thiel Mountains 99008 meteorite has a mass of 147.5 g (5.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Thiel Mountains 99008 meteorite found?

The Thiel Mountains 99008 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 2000.

Same Classification

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