Los Vientos 007 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Los Vientos 007
- Year Discovered: 2010
- Approximate Recovery Location: Antofagasta Chile
- Precise Recovery Location: (-24.68333, -69.76667)
- Mass: 701 grams
- Classification: H5/6
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Los Vientos 007 Meteorite
The Los Vientos 007 meteorite was discovered in 2010. It was recovered in Antofagasta Chile (-24.68333, -69.76667). It has a mass of 701 grams.
Los Vientos 007 is considered a “Valid” meteorite. “Valid” meteorites are typical meteorites with average weathering, while “relict” meteorites are those that have been extremely altered, either due to weathering over time or human intervention.
Los Vientos 007’s official classification is H5/6. The classification “H5/6” refers to ordinary chondrite meteorites from the H group that can either be of petrologic type 5 or type 6. These meteorites are part of a major class known for their specific characteristics, with type 5 meteorites having undergone moderate metamorphism, and type 6 meteorites having experienced more extensive changes in their mineral composition and chondrule appearance due to metamorphism, without melting occurring.
The Los Vientos 007 meteorite is a “Found” meteorite. Meteorites are classified as “falls” if they were observed falling and recovered, while “finds” are those discovered later, often weathered by longer exposure to Earth’s environment and without a record of being seen as they fell.
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Last Updated: 1/12/24