Cangas de Onis
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1866 · Spain
Key Takeaway
Cangas de Onis is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1866 in Spain . It has a recorded mass of 34.0 kg.
34.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1866
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5252 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 34.0 kg (75.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1866 |
| Coordinates | 43.38333N, 5.15W |
| Country | Spain |
Location
Mass Context
"34.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cangas de Onis?
Cangas de Onis is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Cangas de Onis meteorite weigh?
The Cangas de Onis meteorite has a mass of 34.0 kg (75.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Cangas de Onis meteorite found?
The Cangas de Onis meteorite was observed falling in Spain in 1866.
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