Bluff (a)
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1878 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Bluff (a) is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1878 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 153.3 kg.
153.3 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1878
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5087 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 153.3 kg (338.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1878 |
| Coordinates | 29.87861N, 96.87222W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"153.3 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bluff (a)?
Bluff (a) is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Bluff (a) meteorite weigh?
The Bluff (a) meteorite has a mass of 153.3 kg (338.0 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Bluff (a) meteorite found?
The Bluff (a) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1878.
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