Roosevelt County 051
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1971 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Roosevelt County 051 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1971 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 29.4 g.
29.4 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1971
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22706 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 29.4 g (1.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1971 |
| Coordinates | 34.21667N, 103.35W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"29.4 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Roosevelt County 051?
Roosevelt County 051 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Roosevelt County 051 meteorite weigh?
The Roosevelt County 051 meteorite has a mass of 29.4 g (1.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Roosevelt County 051 meteorite found?
The Roosevelt County 051 meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1971.
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