El Médano 172
H~5 (Unclassified) · Found 2011 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
El Médano 172 is a H~5 (Unclassified) meteorite that was found in 2011 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
H~5
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 57320 |
| Classification | H~5 (Unclassified) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | 24.85S, 70.53333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Médano 172?
El Médano 172 is classified as H~5 (Unclassified).
How much does the El Médano 172 meteorite weigh?
The El Médano 172 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the El Médano 172 meteorite found?
The El Médano 172 meteorite was found in Argentina in 2011.
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- Jiddat al Harasis 393 1.4 kg
- Al Huqf 052 1.3 kg
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