Bald Mountain
L4 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1929 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Bald Mountain is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1929 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.7 kg.
3.7 kg
Mass
L4
Classification
Fell
Type
1929
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4925 |
| Classification | L4 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1929 |
| Coordinates | 35.96667N, 82.48333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bald Mountain?
Bald Mountain is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Bald Mountain meteorite weigh?
The Bald Mountain meteorite has a mass of 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Bald Mountain meteorite found?
The Bald Mountain meteorite was observed falling in North Carolina, United States in 1929.
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