Isla del Espíritu Santo
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Isla del Espíritu Santo is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 869.0 g.
869.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12050 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 869.0 g (30.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 24.51667N, 111.36667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"869.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Isla del Espíritu Santo?
Isla del Espíritu Santo is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Isla del Espíritu Santo meteorite weigh?
The Isla del Espíritu Santo meteorite has a mass of 869.0 g (30.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Isla del Espíritu Santo meteorite found?
The Isla del Espíritu Santo meteorite was found in Mexico in 1999.
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