Point Berliet
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Point Berliet is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 42.0 kg.
42.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18854 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 42.0 kg (92.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 20.537N, 9.53783E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"42.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Point Berliet?
Point Berliet is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Point Berliet meteorite weigh?
The Point Berliet meteorite has a mass of 42.0 kg (92.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Point Berliet meteorite found?
The Point Berliet meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.
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