Portales Valley

H6 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1998 · New Mexico, United States

Key Takeaway

Portales Valley is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1998 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 71.4 kg.

71.4 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Fell
Type
1998
Year

Details

NASA ID18874
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass71.4 kg (157.4 lbs)
Fall TypeObserved fall
Year1998
Coordinates34.175N, 103.295W
Country United States

Location

Mass Context

"71.4 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Portales Valley?

Portales Valley is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Portales Valley meteorite weigh?

The Portales Valley meteorite has a mass of 71.4 kg (157.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Portales Valley meteorite found?

The Portales Valley meteorite was observed falling in New Mexico, United States in 1998.

Same Classification

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