Derrick Peak A78003 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Derrick Peak A78003
- Year Discovered: 1978
- Approximate Recovery Location: Antarctica
- Precise Recovery Location: (-80.06667, 156.38333)
- Mass: 144.2 grams
- Classification: Iron, IIAB
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Derrick Peak A78003 Meteorite
The Derrick Peak A78003 meteorite was discovered in 1978. It was recovered in Antarctica (-80.06667, 156.38333). It has a mass of 144.2 grams.
Derrick Peak A78003 is considered a “Valid” meteorite. “Valid” meteorites are typical meteorites with average weathering, while “relict” meteorites are those that have been extremely altered, either due to weathering over time or human intervention.
Derrick Peak A78003’s official classification is Iron, IIAB. The classification “Iron, IIAB” refers to an iron meteorite that belongs to the chemical group IIAB. These meteorites are primarily composed of iron and nickel and formed from molten material.
The Derrick Peak A78003 meteorite is a “Found” meteorite. Meteorites are classified as “falls” if they were observed falling and recovered, while “finds” are those discovered later, often weathered by longer exposure to Earth’s environment and without a record of being seen as they fell.
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Last Updated: 1/10/24