Warrenton
CO3.7 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1877 · Illinois, United States
Key Takeaway
Warrenton is a CO3.7 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1877 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.
1.6 kg
Mass
CO3.7
Classification
Fell
Type
1877
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24215 |
| Classification | CO3.7 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1877 |
| Coordinates | 38.68333N, 91.15W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Warrenton?
Warrenton is classified as CO3.7 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Warrenton meteorite weigh?
The Warrenton meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Warrenton meteorite found?
The Warrenton meteorite was observed falling in Illinois, United States in 1877.
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