Forestburg (b)
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1957 · Texas, United States
Key Takeaway
Forestburg (b) is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1957 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 26.6 kg.
26.6 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1957
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10122 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 26.6 kg (58.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1957 |
| Coordinates | 33.49556N, 97.58861W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"26.6 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Forestburg (b)?
Forestburg (b) is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Forestburg (b) meteorite weigh?
The Forestburg (b) meteorite has a mass of 26.6 kg (58.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Forestburg (b) meteorite found?
The Forestburg (b) meteorite was found in Texas, United States in 1957.
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