Pierceville (stone)
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1939 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Pierceville (stone) is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1939 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 2.1 kg.
2.1 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1939
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18820 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.1 kg (4.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1939 |
| Coordinates | 37.86667N, 100.66667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"2.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pierceville (stone)?
Pierceville (stone) is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Pierceville (stone) meteorite weigh?
The Pierceville (stone) meteorite has a mass of 2.1 kg (4.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Pierceville (stone) meteorite found?
The Pierceville (stone) meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1939.
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