Campos Sales
L5 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1991 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Campos Sales is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1991 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 23.7 kg.
23.7 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Fell
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5249 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 23.7 kg (52.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 7.03333S, 40.16667W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"23.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Campos Sales?
Campos Sales is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Campos Sales meteorite weigh?
The Campos Sales meteorite has a mass of 23.7 kg (52.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Campos Sales meteorite found?
The Campos Sales meteorite was observed falling in Brazil in 1991.
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