Melrose (a)
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1933 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Melrose (a) is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1933 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 36.4 kg.
36.4 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1933
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15475 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 36.4 kg (80.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1933 |
| Coordinates | 34.38333N, 103.61667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"36.4 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Melrose (a)?
Melrose (a) is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Melrose (a) meteorite weigh?
The Melrose (a) meteorite has a mass of 36.4 kg (80.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Melrose (a) meteorite found?
The Melrose (a) meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1933.
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