Portales (b)
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1967 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Portales (b) is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1967 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 595.8 g.
595.8 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1967
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18872 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 595.8 g (21.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1967 |
| Coordinates | 34.06667N, 103.5W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"595.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Portales (b)?
Portales (b) is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Portales (b) meteorite weigh?
The Portales (b) meteorite has a mass of 595.8 g (21.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Portales (b) meteorite found?
The Portales (b) meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1967.
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