Big Rock Donga
H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1970 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Big Rock Donga is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1970 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 19.0 kg.
19.0 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1970
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5044 |
| Classification | H6 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 19.0 kg (41.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1970 |
| Coordinates | 30.55S, 130.96667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"19.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Big Rock Donga?
Big Rock Donga is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Big Rock Donga meteorite weigh?
The Big Rock Donga meteorite has a mass of 19.0 kg (41.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Big Rock Donga meteorite found?
The Big Rock Donga meteorite was found in Australia in 1970.
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