Richardton meteorite, Meteorite fall site near Richardton, North Dakota, United States
The Richardton meteorite scattered across a field measuring 14 kilometers by 8 kilometers, with fragments ranging from small pieces to substantial specimens weighing several kilograms.
On June 30, 1918, at 21:48, residents witnessed the meteorite's descent, which created an explosion audible across 250 square miles of North Dakota territory.
Scientists and researchers examine the Richardton meteorite specimens to study the formation of our solar system and understand cosmic chronology through isotope analysis.
Meteorite fragments from this location sell for up to 80 dollars per gram, making them valuable specimens for collectors and scientific institutions.
The discovery of excess xenon-129 in the Richardton meteorite by John Reynolds in 1960 provided evidence of iodine-129 presence in the early solar nebula.
Location: North Dakota
GPS coordinates: 46.62500,-102.27100
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:17
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