Pipe Creek
H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1887 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Pipe Creek is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1887 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 13.6 kg.
13.6 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1887
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18830 |
| Classification | H6 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 13.6 kg (30.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1887 |
| Coordinates | 29.68333N, 98.91667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"13.6 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pipe Creek?
Pipe Creek is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Pipe Creek meteorite weigh?
The Pipe Creek meteorite has a mass of 13.6 kg (30.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Pipe Creek meteorite found?
The Pipe Creek meteorite was found in Mexico in 1887.
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