Caleta el Cobre 008

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Argentina

Key Takeaway

Caleta el Cobre 008 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 15.0 g.

15.0 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year

Details

NASA ID54626
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass15.0 g (0.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2010
Coordinates24.25S, 70.51667W
Country Argentina

Location

Mass Context

"15.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Caleta el Cobre 008?

Caleta el Cobre 008 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Caleta el Cobre 008 meteorite weigh?

The Caleta el Cobre 008 meteorite has a mass of 15.0 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Caleta el Cobre 008 meteorite found?

The Caleta el Cobre 008 meteorite was found in Argentina in 2010.

Same Classification

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