Governador Valadares
Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1958 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Governador Valadares is a Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1958 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 158.0 g.
158.0 g
Mass
Martian (nakhlite)
Classification
Found
Type
1958
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10950 |
| Classification | Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 158.0 g (5.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1958 |
| Coordinates | 18.85S, 41.95W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"158.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Governador Valadares?
Governador Valadares is classified as Martian (nakhlite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Governador Valadares meteorite weigh?
The Governador Valadares meteorite has a mass of 158.0 g (5.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Governador Valadares meteorite found?
The Governador Valadares meteorite was found in Brazil in 1958.
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