El Médano 013

CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Argentina

Key Takeaway

El Médano 013 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 5.2 g.

5.2 g
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year

Details

NASA ID54562
Classification CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass5.2 g (0.2 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2010
Coordinates24.85S, 70.53333W
Country Argentina

Location

Mass Context

"5.2 g — about the weight of a paperclip"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is El Médano 013?

El Médano 013 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the El Médano 013 meteorite weigh?

The El Médano 013 meteorite has a mass of 5.2 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.

Where was the El Médano 013 meteorite found?

The El Médano 013 meteorite was found in Argentina in 2010.

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