Pinto Mountains
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1954 · California, United States
Key Takeaway
Pinto Mountains is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1954 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 17.9 kg.
17.9 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1954
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18829 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 17.9 kg (39.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1954 |
| Coordinates | 34N, 115.78333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"17.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pinto Mountains?
Pinto Mountains is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Pinto Mountains meteorite weigh?
The Pinto Mountains meteorite has a mass of 17.9 kg (39.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Pinto Mountains meteorite found?
The Pinto Mountains meteorite was found in California, United States in 1954.
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