Phuoc-Binh
L5 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1941 · Vietnam
Key Takeaway
Phuoc-Binh is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1941 in Vietnam . It has a recorded mass of 11.0 kg.
11.0 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Fell
Type
1941
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18812 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 11.0 kg (24.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1941 |
| Coordinates | 15.71667N, 108.1E |
| Country | Vietnam |
Location
Mass Context
"11.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Phuoc-Binh?
Phuoc-Binh is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Phuoc-Binh meteorite weigh?
The Phuoc-Binh meteorite has a mass of 11.0 kg (24.3 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Phuoc-Binh meteorite found?
The Phuoc-Binh meteorite was observed falling in Vietnam in 1941.
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