Rio Rancho
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Rio Rancho is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 55670 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | 35.3N, 106.63333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rio Rancho?
Rio Rancho is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Rio Rancho meteorite weigh?
The Rio Rancho meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Rio Rancho meteorite found?
The Rio Rancho meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 2011.
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