Hamlet
LL4 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1959 · Indiana, United States
Key Takeaway
Hamlet is a LL4 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1959 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.7 kg.
3.7 kg
Mass
LL4
Classification
Fell
Type
1959
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11485 |
| Classification | LL4 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1959 |
| Coordinates | 41.38333N, 86.6W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hamlet?
Hamlet is classified as LL4 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Hamlet meteorite weigh?
The Hamlet meteorite has a mass of 3.7 kg (8.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hamlet meteorite found?
The Hamlet meteorite was observed falling in Indiana, United States in 1959.
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