Lesves
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1896 · Belgium
Key Takeaway
Lesves is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1896 in Belgium . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1896
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12772 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1896 |
| Coordinates | 50.36667N, 4.73333E |
| Country | Belgium |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Lesves?
Lesves is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Lesves meteorite weigh?
The Lesves meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Lesves meteorite found?
The Lesves meteorite was observed falling in Belgium in 1896.
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