Bowesmont (b)
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1972 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Bowesmont (b) is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1972 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.
1.3 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1972
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5125 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1972 |
| Coordinates | 48.78333N, 97.35W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bowesmont (b)?
Bowesmont (b) is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Bowesmont (b) meteorite weigh?
The Bowesmont (b) meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Bowesmont (b) meteorite found?
The Bowesmont (b) meteorite was found in Canada in 1972.
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