Old Homestead 003
Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 2002 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Old Homestead 003 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.
1.8 kg
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 55545 |
| Classification | Howardite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 31.45278S, 127.8905E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Old Homestead 003?
Old Homestead 003 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).
How much does the Old Homestead 003 meteorite weigh?
The Old Homestead 003 meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Old Homestead 003 meteorite found?
The Old Homestead 003 meteorite was found in Australia in 2002.
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- Chaves 2.9 kg
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