Buffalo Gap
Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Buffalo Gap is a Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 9.3 kg.
9.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-ung
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51831 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.3 kg (20.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 32.24611N, 99.99306W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"9.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Buffalo Gap?
Buffalo Gap is classified as Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Buffalo Gap meteorite weigh?
The Buffalo Gap meteorite has a mass of 9.3 kg (20.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Buffalo Gap meteorite found?
The Buffalo Gap meteorite was found in Mexico in 2003.
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