Cross Roads
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1892 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Cross Roads is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1892 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 167.0 g.
167.0 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1892
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5476 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 167.0 g (5.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1892 |
| Coordinates | 35.63333N, 78.13333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"167.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cross Roads?
Cross Roads is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Cross Roads meteorite weigh?
The Cross Roads meteorite has a mass of 167.0 g (5.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Cross Roads meteorite found?
The Cross Roads meteorite was observed falling in North Carolina, United States in 1892.
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