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Bates Nunataks A78001 meteorite

Bates Nunataks A78001 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L6, that was found in Antarctica in 1978. A total of 161 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Bates Nunataks A78001 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Bates Nunataks A78001
Classification
L6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
1978
Mass recovered
161 g
Country
Antarctica
Coordinates
80.2500° S, 153.5000° E

What is a chondrite?

Stony and primitive. Chondrites still carry mineral grains from the early solar system, often including chondrules. More about L chondrites.

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