El Médano 098
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
El Médano 098 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 135.0 g.
135.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 56609 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 135.0 g (4.8 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | 24.85S, 70.53333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"135.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Médano 098?
El Médano 098 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the El Médano 098 meteorite weigh?
The El Médano 098 meteorite has a mass of 135.0 g (4.8 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the El Médano 098 meteorite found?
The El Médano 098 meteorite was found in Argentina in 2011.
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- Potter 261.0 kg
- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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