Cedar (Kansas)
H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1937 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Cedar (Kansas) is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1937 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 4.9 kg.
4.9 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5302 |
| Classification | H6 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 39.7N, 98.98333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"4.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cedar (Kansas)?
Cedar (Kansas) is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Cedar (Kansas) meteorite weigh?
The Cedar (Kansas) meteorite has a mass of 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Cedar (Kansas) meteorite found?
The Cedar (Kansas) meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1937.
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