Tambakwatu
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1975 · Indonesia
Key Takeaway
Tambakwatu is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1975 in Indonesia . It has a recorded mass of 10.5 kg.
10.5 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1975
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23795 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1975 |
| Coordinates | 7.75S, 112.76667E |
| Country | Indonesia |
Location
Mass Context
"10.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tambakwatu?
Tambakwatu is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Tambakwatu meteorite weigh?
The Tambakwatu meteorite has a mass of 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tambakwatu meteorite found?
The Tambakwatu meteorite was observed falling in Indonesia in 1975.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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