Buenaventura
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1969 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Buenaventura is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1969 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 113.6 kg.
113.6 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1969
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5162 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 113.6 kg (250.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1969 |
| Coordinates | 29.8N, 107.55W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"113.6 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Buenaventura?
Buenaventura is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Buenaventura meteorite weigh?
The Buenaventura meteorite has a mass of 113.6 kg (250.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Buenaventura meteorite found?
The Buenaventura meteorite was found in Mexico in 1969.
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