Bur-Gheluai
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1919 · Somalia
120.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1919
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5169 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1919 |
| Coordinates | 5N, 48E |
| Country | Somalia |
Location
Mass Context
"120.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bur-Gheluai?
Bur-Gheluai is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Bur-Gheluai meteorite weigh?
The Bur-Gheluai meteorite has a mass of 120.0 kg (264.6 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Bur-Gheluai meteorite found?
The Bur-Gheluai meteorite was observed falling in Somalia in 1919.
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