Orgueil
CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1864 · France
14.0 kg
Mass
CI1
Classification
Fell
Type
1864
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18026 |
| Classification | CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 14.0 kg (30.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1864 |
| Coordinates | 43.88333N, 1.38333E |
| Country | France |
Location
Mass Context
"14.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Orgueil?
Orgueil is classified as CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Orgueil meteorite weigh?
The Orgueil meteorite has a mass of 14.0 kg (30.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Orgueil meteorite found?
The Orgueil meteorite was observed falling in France in 1864.
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