Portales (a)
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1967 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Portales (a) is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1967 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.2 kg.
3.2 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1967
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18871 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1967 |
| Coordinates | 34.06667N, 103.5W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Portales (a)?
Portales (a) is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Portales (a) meteorite weigh?
The Portales (a) meteorite has a mass of 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Portales (a) meteorite found?
The Portales (a) meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1967.
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