Laurens County
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1857 · Georgia, United States
Key Takeaway
Laurens County is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1857 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1857
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12741 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1857 |
| Coordinates | 34.5N, 82.03333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Laurens County?
Laurens County is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Laurens County meteorite weigh?
The Laurens County meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Laurens County meteorite found?
The Laurens County meteorite was found in Georgia, United States in 1857.
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