Bhola
LL3-6 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1940 · Bangladesh
Key Takeaway
Bhola is a LL3-6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1940 in Bangladesh . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
LL3-6
Classification
Fell
Type
1940
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5040 |
| Classification | LL3-6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1940 |
| Coordinates | 22.68333N, 90.65E |
| Country | Bangladesh |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bhola?
Bhola is classified as LL3-6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Bhola meteorite weigh?
The Bhola meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Bhola meteorite found?
The Bhola meteorite was observed falling in Bangladesh in 1940.
Same Classification
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- Jiddat al Harasis 642 219.7 g
- Northwest Africa 6607 94.0 g
- Northwest Africa 7566 51.0 g
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