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 ID | 12412 |
| Classification | Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 800.0 g (28.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1931 |
| Coordinates | 40.41667N, 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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