Happy Canyon
EL6/7 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1971 · Oklahoma, United States
Key Takeaway
Happy Canyon is a EL6/7 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1971 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 16.3 kg.
16.3 kg
Mass
EL6/7
Classification
Found
Type
1971
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11821 |
| Classification | EL6/7 (Enstatite Chondrite) |
| Mass | 16.3 kg (35.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1971 |
| Coordinates | 34.80167N, 101.56667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"16.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Happy Canyon?
Happy Canyon is classified as EL6/7 (Enstatite Chondrite).
How much does the Happy Canyon meteorite weigh?
The Happy Canyon meteorite has a mass of 16.3 kg (35.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Happy Canyon meteorite found?
The Happy Canyon meteorite was found in Oklahoma, United States in 1971.
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