Roosevelt County 100
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1970 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Roosevelt County 100 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1970 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 6.8 g.
6.8 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1970
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22755 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 6.8 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1970 |
| Coordinates | 34.3N, 103.45W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"6.8 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Roosevelt County 100?
Roosevelt County 100 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Roosevelt County 100 meteorite weigh?
The Roosevelt County 100 meteorite has a mass of 6.8 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Roosevelt County 100 meteorite found?
The Roosevelt County 100 meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1970.
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