El Tigre
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1993 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
El Tigre is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1993 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 5.0 kg.
5.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1993
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7819 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1993 |
| Coordinates | 19.96722N, 103.05167W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"5.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Tigre?
El Tigre is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the El Tigre meteorite weigh?
The El Tigre meteorite has a mass of 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the El Tigre meteorite found?
The El Tigre meteorite was observed falling in Mexico in 1993.
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