Modoc (1905)

L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1905 · Kansas, United States

Key Takeaway

Modoc (1905) is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1905 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 35.0 kg.

35.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1905
Year

Details

NASA ID16711
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass35.0 kg (77.2 lbs)
Fall TypeObserved fall
Year1905
Coordinates38.5N, 101.1W
Country United States

Location

Mass Context

"35.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Modoc (1905)?

Modoc (1905) is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Modoc (1905) meteorite weigh?

The Modoc (1905) meteorite has a mass of 35.0 kg (77.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Modoc (1905) meteorite found?

The Modoc (1905) meteorite was observed falling in Kansas, United States in 1905.

Same Classification

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