Monte das Fortes
L5 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1950 · Portugal
Key Takeaway
Monte das Fortes is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1950 in Portugal . It has a recorded mass of 4.9 kg.
4.9 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Fell
Type
1950
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16725 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1950 |
| Coordinates | 38.01667N, 8.25W |
| Country | Portugal |
Location
Mass Context
"4.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Monte das Fortes?
Monte das Fortes is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Monte das Fortes meteorite weigh?
The Monte das Fortes meteorite has a mass of 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Monte das Fortes meteorite found?
The Monte das Fortes meteorite was observed falling in Portugal in 1950.
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