Bluff (b)
L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1917 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Bluff (b) is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1917 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 16.0 kg.
16.0 kg
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1917
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5088 |
| Classification | L4 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 16.0 kg (35.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1917 |
| Coordinates | 29.86306N, 96.92667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"16.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bluff (b)?
Bluff (b) is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Bluff (b) meteorite weigh?
The Bluff (b) meteorite has a mass of 16.0 kg (35.3 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Bluff (b) meteorite found?
The Bluff (b) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1917.
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