Cranfills Gap
H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1940 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Cranfills Gap is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1940 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 6.0 kg.
6.0 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1940
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5464 |
| Classification | H6 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1940 |
| Coordinates | 31.75N, 97.75W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"6.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cranfills Gap?
Cranfills Gap is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Cranfills Gap meteorite weigh?
The Cranfills Gap meteorite has a mass of 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Cranfills Gap meteorite found?
The Cranfills Gap meteorite was found in Mexico in 1940.
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