Wild Horse
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Colorado, United States
Key Takeaway
Wild Horse is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.
1.4 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24264 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 39.41667N, 103.2W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Wild Horse?
Wild Horse is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Wild Horse meteorite weigh?
The Wild Horse meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Wild Horse meteorite found?
The Wild Horse meteorite was found in Colorado, United States in 1979.
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