Rancho de la Presa
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1899 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Rancho de la Presa is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1899 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 300.0 g.
300.0 g
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1899
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22390 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 300.0 g (10.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1899 |
| Coordinates | 19.86667N, 100.81667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"300.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rancho de la Presa?
Rancho de la Presa is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Rancho de la Presa meteorite weigh?
The Rancho de la Presa meteorite has a mass of 300.0 g (10.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Rancho de la Presa meteorite found?
The Rancho de la Presa meteorite was observed falling in Mexico in 1899.
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