Mbale
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1992 · Kenya
150.0 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Fell
Type
1992
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15455 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 150.0 kg (330.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1992 |
| Coordinates | 1.06667N, 34.16667E |
| Country | Kenya |
Location
Mass Context
"150.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mbale?
Mbale is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Mbale meteorite weigh?
The Mbale meteorite has a mass of 150.0 kg (330.7 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Mbale meteorite found?
The Mbale meteorite was observed falling in Kenya in 1992.
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