Dalgety Downs
L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1941 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Dalgety Downs is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1941 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 257.0 kg.
257.0 kg
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1941
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5507 |
| Classification | L4 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 257.0 kg (566.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1941 |
| Coordinates | 25.33333S, 116.18333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"257.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dalgety Downs?
Dalgety Downs is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Dalgety Downs meteorite weigh?
The Dalgety Downs meteorite has a mass of 257.0 kg (566.6 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Dalgety Downs meteorite found?
The Dalgety Downs meteorite was found in Australia in 1941.
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