La Porte
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1900 · Indiana, United States
Key Takeaway
La Porte is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1900 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 14.5 kg.
14.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1900
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12401 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 14.5 kg (32.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1900 |
| Coordinates | 41.6N, 86.71667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"14.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is La Porte?
La Porte is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the La Porte meteorite weigh?
The La Porte meteorite has a mass of 14.5 kg (32.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the La Porte meteorite found?
The La Porte meteorite was found in Indiana, United States in 1900.
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