El Paso de Aguila
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1977 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
El Paso de Aguila is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1977 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 17.2 kg.
17.2 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1977
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 45977 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 17.2 kg (38.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1977 |
| Coordinates | 25.37N, 97.37W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"17.2 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Paso de Aguila?
El Paso de Aguila is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the El Paso de Aguila meteorite weigh?
The El Paso de Aguila meteorite has a mass of 17.2 kg (38.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the El Paso de Aguila meteorite found?
The El Paso de Aguila meteorite was observed falling in Mexico in 1977.
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