Lafayette (stone)

Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1931 · Indiana, United States

Key Takeaway

Lafayette (stone) is a Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1931 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 800.0 g.

800.0 g
Mass
Martian (nakhlite)
Classification
Found
Type
1931
Year

Details

NASA ID12412
Classification Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite)
Mass800.0 g (28.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1931
Coordinates40.41667N, 86.88333W
Country United States

Location

Mass Context

"800.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Lafayette (stone)?

Lafayette (stone) is classified as Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite).

How much does the Lafayette (stone) meteorite weigh?

The Lafayette (stone) meteorite has a mass of 800.0 g (28.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Lafayette (stone) meteorite found?

The Lafayette (stone) meteorite was found in Indiana, United States in 1931.

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