Nakhon Pathom
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1923 · Myanmar
Key Takeaway
Nakhon Pathom is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1923 in Myanmar . It has a recorded mass of 23.2 kg.
23.2 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1923
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16899 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 23.2 kg (51.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1923 |
| Coordinates | 13.73333N, 100.08333E |
| Country | Myanmar |
Location
Mass Context
"23.2 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Nakhon Pathom?
Nakhon Pathom is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Nakhon Pathom meteorite weigh?
The Nakhon Pathom meteorite has a mass of 23.2 kg (51.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Nakhon Pathom meteorite found?
The Nakhon Pathom meteorite was observed falling in Myanmar in 1923.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
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