Casilda

H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1937 · Argentina

Key Takeaway

Casilda is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1937 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 5.3 kg.

5.3 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1937
Year

Details

NASA ID5288
Classification H5 (H Chondrite)
Mass5.3 kg (11.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1937
Coordinates33.1S, 61.13333W
Country Argentina

Location

Mass Context

"5.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Casilda?

Casilda is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Casilda meteorite weigh?

The Casilda meteorite has a mass of 5.3 kg (11.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Casilda meteorite found?

The Casilda meteorite was found in Argentina in 1937.

Same Classification

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