Almelo Township
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1949 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Almelo Township is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1949 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.2 kg.
3.2 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1949
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2281 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1949 |
| Coordinates | 39.6N, 100.11667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Almelo Township?
Almelo Township is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Almelo Township meteorite weigh?
The Almelo Township meteorite has a mass of 3.2 kg (7.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Almelo Township meteorite found?
The Almelo Township meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1949.
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