Mount Leake
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Mount Leake is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 3.7 kg.
3.7 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 45812 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.7 kg (8.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 25.87667S, 119.07333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"3.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Leake?
Mount Leake is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Mount Leake meteorite weigh?
The Mount Leake meteorite has a mass of 3.7 kg (8.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Mount Leake meteorite found?
The Mount Leake meteorite was found in Australia in 1998.
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