Eagle
EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Fell 1947 · Iowa, United States
Key Takeaway
Eagle is a EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1947 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 10.0 kg.
10.0 kg
Mass
EL6
Classification
Fell
Type
1947
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7760 |
| Classification | EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite) |
| Mass | 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1947 |
| Coordinates | 40.78167N, 96.47167W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"10.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Eagle?
Eagle is classified as EL6 (Enstatite Chondrite).
How much does the Eagle meteorite weigh?
The Eagle meteorite has a mass of 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Eagle meteorite found?
The Eagle meteorite was observed falling in Iowa, United States in 1947.
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