Round Top (b)
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1939 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Round Top (b) is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1939 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 7.2 kg.
7.2 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1939
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22769 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 7.2 kg (15.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1939 |
| Coordinates | 30.06667N, 96.7W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"7.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Round Top (b)?
Round Top (b) is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Round Top (b) meteorite weigh?
The Round Top (b) meteorite has a mass of 7.2 kg (15.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Round Top (b) meteorite found?
The Round Top (b) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1939.
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