Glatton meteorite
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Glatton meteorite
Mr Arthur Pettifor holding the Glatton meteorite which fell in Cambridgeshire on 5th May 1991
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In this photograph, Mr. Arthur Pettifor proudly holds the Glatton meteorite, a rare and intriguing celestial object that fell in the picturesque village of Glatton, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, on May 5, 1991. The meteorite's arrival marked a significant moment in British history, as it was the first recorded meteorite fall in the country since 1914. The Glatton meteorite is classified as an L6 ordinary chondrite, a type of stony meteorite that originated from the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. It is estimated to be around 1.5 meters in diameter and weighs approximately 200 kilograms. The meteorite's impact created a crater around 10 meters in diameter and 3 meters deep. Mr. Pettifor, a local resident, was among the first people to discover the meteorite after it landed in a nearby field. The discovery sparked great excitement and curiosity among the local community and scientists alike. The meteorite was later studied by experts from the Natural History Museum in London, who confirmed its origins and classified it as an L6 chondrite. The Glatton meteorite is a precious reminder of the ongoing cosmic processes that shape our planet and the universe. It serves as a testament to the enduring fascination with the unknown and the mysteries of the cosmos that continue to captivate our imaginations. This photograph of Mr. Pettifor holding the meteorite is a poignant reminder of the intimate connection between humans and the cosmos and the awe-inspiring wonders that lie beyond our world. The Glatton meteorite is now on display at the Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences in Cambridge, where it continues to inspire wonder and curiosity in visitors from around the world. This photograph is a unique and captivating record of a rare and significant moment in British history.
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