Lavras do Sul
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1985 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Lavras do Sul is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1985 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1985
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 52092 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1985 |
| Coordinates | 30.8S, 53.9W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Lavras do Sul?
Lavras do Sul is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Lavras do Sul meteorite weigh?
The Lavras do Sul meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Lavras do Sul meteorite found?
The Lavras do Sul meteorite was found in Argentina in 1985.
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