Hermitage Plains
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1909 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Hermitage Plains is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1909 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 32.0 kg.
32.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1909
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11877 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 32.0 kg (70.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1909 |
| Coordinates | 31.73333S, 146.4E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"32.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hermitage Plains?
Hermitage Plains is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hermitage Plains meteorite weigh?
The Hermitage Plains meteorite has a mass of 32.0 kg (70.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Hermitage Plains meteorite found?
The Hermitage Plains meteorite was found in Australia in 1909.
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