Nashville (stone)
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1939 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Nashville (stone) is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1939 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 25.0 kg.
25.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1939
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16921 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1939 |
| Coordinates | 37.45N, 98.41667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"25.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Nashville (stone)?
Nashville (stone) is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Nashville (stone) meteorite weigh?
The Nashville (stone) meteorite has a mass of 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Nashville (stone) meteorite found?
The Nashville (stone) meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1939.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
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