Frenchman Bay
H3.5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1964 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Frenchman Bay is a H3.5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1964 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 8.8 kg.
8.8 kg
Mass
H3.5
Classification
Found
Type
1964
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10182 |
| Classification | H3.5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1964 |
| Coordinates | 30.60833S, 115.16667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"8.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Frenchman Bay?
Frenchman Bay is classified as H3.5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Frenchman Bay meteorite weigh?
The Frenchman Bay meteorite has a mass of 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Frenchman Bay meteorite found?
The Frenchman Bay meteorite was found in Australia in 1964.
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