Little Spring Creek
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1937 · Colorado, United States
Key Takeaway
Little Spring Creek is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1937 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.0 kg.
3.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30743 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.0 kg (6.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 37.68333N, 105.7W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Little Spring Creek?
Little Spring Creek is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Little Spring Creek meteorite weigh?
The Little Spring Creek meteorite has a mass of 3.0 kg (6.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Little Spring Creek meteorite found?
The Little Spring Creek meteorite was found in Colorado, United States in 1937.
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