La Esmeralda
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
La Esmeralda is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 483.0 g.
483.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12398 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 483.0 g (17.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 27.06667N, 103.43333W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"483.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is La Esmeralda?
La Esmeralda is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the La Esmeralda meteorite weigh?
The La Esmeralda meteorite has a mass of 483.0 g (17.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the La Esmeralda meteorite found?
The La Esmeralda meteorite was found in Mexico in 1999.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
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