Wold Cottage
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1795 · United Kingdom
Key Takeaway
Wold Cottage is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1795 in United Kingdom . It has a recorded mass of 25.0 kg.
25.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1795
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24325 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1795 |
| Coordinates | 54.13667N, 0.41333W |
| Country | United Kingdom |
Location
Mass Context
"25.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Wold Cottage?
Wold Cottage is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Wold Cottage meteorite weigh?
The Wold Cottage meteorite has a mass of 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Wold Cottage meteorite found?
The Wold Cottage meteorite was observed falling in United Kingdom in 1795.
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