Gascoyne Junction
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1978 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Gascoyne Junction is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 10.0 kg.
10.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10865 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 24.5S, 115.18333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"10.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Gascoyne Junction?
Gascoyne Junction is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Gascoyne Junction meteorite weigh?
The Gascoyne Junction meteorite has a mass of 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Gascoyne Junction meteorite found?
The Gascoyne Junction meteorite was found in Australia in 1978.
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