Nan Yang Pao

L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1917 · China

Key Takeaway

Nan Yang Pao is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1917 in China . It has a recorded mass of 52.9 kg.

52.9 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1917
Year

Details

NASA ID16903
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass52.9 kg (116.6 lbs)
Fall TypeObserved fall
Year1917
Coordinates35.66667N, 103.5E
Country China

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Nan Yang Pao?

Nan Yang Pao is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Nan Yang Pao meteorite weigh?

The Nan Yang Pao meteorite has a mass of 52.9 kg (116.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Nan Yang Pao meteorite found?

The Nan Yang Pao meteorite was observed falling in China in 1917.

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