Cherokee Springs
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1933 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Springs is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1933 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 8.4 kg.
8.4 kg
Mass
LL6
Classification
Fell
Type
1933
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5340 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1933 |
| Coordinates | 35.03333N, 81.88333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"8.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cherokee Springs?
Cherokee Springs is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Cherokee Springs meteorite weigh?
The Cherokee Springs meteorite has a mass of 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Cherokee Springs meteorite found?
The Cherokee Springs meteorite was observed falling in North Carolina, United States in 1933.
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