Suwanee Spring
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1979 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Suwanee Spring is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23768 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 34.95N, 107.16667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Suwanee Spring?
Suwanee Spring is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Suwanee Spring meteorite weigh?
The Suwanee Spring meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Suwanee Spring meteorite found?
The Suwanee Spring meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1979.
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