Norcateur
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1940 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Norcateur is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1940 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.2 kg.
3.2 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1940
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16991 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1940 |
| Coordinates | 39.81667N, 100.2W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Norcateur?
Norcateur is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Norcateur meteorite weigh?
The Norcateur meteorite has a mass of 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Norcateur meteorite found?
The Norcateur meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1940.
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