Medanitos
Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) · Fell 1953 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Medanitos is a Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1953 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 31.0 g.
31.0 g
Mass
Eucrite-cm
Classification
Fell
Type
1953
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15467 |
| Classification | Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 31.0 g (1.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1953 |
| Coordinates | 27.25S, 67.5W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"31.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Medanitos?
Medanitos is classified as Eucrite-cm (Achondrite).
How much does the Medanitos meteorite weigh?
The Medanitos meteorite has a mass of 31.0 g (1.1 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Medanitos meteorite found?
The Medanitos meteorite was observed falling in Argentina in 1953.
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