Moore County
Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) · Fell 1913 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Moore County is a Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1913 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.9 kg.
1.9 kg
Mass
Eucrite-cm
Classification
Fell
Type
1913
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16736 |
| Classification | Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 1.9 kg (4.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1913 |
| Coordinates | 35.41667N, 79.38333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Moore County?
Moore County is classified as Eucrite-cm (Achondrite).
How much does the Moore County meteorite weigh?
The Moore County meteorite has a mass of 1.9 kg (4.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Moore County meteorite found?
The Moore County meteorite was observed falling in North Carolina, United States in 1913.
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