Yorktown (Texas)
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1957 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Yorktown (Texas) is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1957 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 3.5 kg.
3.5 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1957
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30371 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1957 |
| Coordinates | 28.95N, 97.40278W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"3.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Yorktown (Texas)?
Yorktown (Texas) is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Yorktown (Texas) meteorite weigh?
The Yorktown (Texas) meteorite has a mass of 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Yorktown (Texas) meteorite found?
The Yorktown (Texas) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1957.
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