Roosevelt County 048

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1970 · New Mexico, United States

Key Takeaway

Roosevelt County 048 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1970 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 57.3 g.

57.3 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1970
Year

Details

NASA ID22703
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass57.3 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1970
Coordinates33.61667N, 103.45W
Country United States

Location

Mass Context

"57.3 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Roosevelt County 048?

Roosevelt County 048 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Roosevelt County 048 meteorite weigh?

The Roosevelt County 048 meteorite has a mass of 57.3 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Roosevelt County 048 meteorite found?

The Roosevelt County 048 meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1970.

Same Classification

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