Mereta
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1941 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Mereta is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1941 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.
1.4 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1941
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15488 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1941 |
| Coordinates | 31.42611N, 100.13333W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"1.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mereta?
Mereta is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Mereta meteorite weigh?
The Mereta meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Mereta meteorite found?
The Mereta meteorite was found in Mexico in 1941.
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