Colby (Kansas)
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1940 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Colby (Kansas) is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1940 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 2.4 kg.
2.4 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1940
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5394 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1940 |
| Coordinates | 39.41667N, 101.05W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"2.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Colby (Kansas)?
Colby (Kansas) is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Colby (Kansas) meteorite weigh?
The Colby (Kansas) meteorite has a mass of 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Colby (Kansas) meteorite found?
The Colby (Kansas) meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1940.
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