Mount Margaret
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1972 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Mount Margaret is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1972 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 850.0 g.
850.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1972
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16781 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 850.0 g (30.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1972 |
| Coordinates | 28.83333S, 122.18333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"850.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Margaret?
Mount Margaret is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Mount Margaret meteorite weigh?
The Mount Margaret meteorite has a mass of 850.0 g (30.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Mount Margaret meteorite found?
The Mount Margaret meteorite was found in Australia in 1972.
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