Paranaiba
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1956 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Paranaiba is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1956 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 100.0 kg.
100.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1956
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18103 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 100.0 kg (220.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1956 |
| Coordinates | 19.13333S, 51.66667W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"100.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Paranaiba?
Paranaiba is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Paranaiba meteorite weigh?
The Paranaiba meteorite has a mass of 100.0 kg (220.5 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Paranaiba meteorite found?
The Paranaiba meteorite was observed falling in Brazil in 1956.
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- Potter 261.0 kg
- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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