Pleşcoi
L5-6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 2008 · Romania
Key Takeaway
Pleşcoi is a L5-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 2008 in Romania . It has a recorded mass of 6.9 kg.
6.9 kg
Mass
L5-6
Classification
Fell
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51706 |
| Classification | L5-6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 6.9 kg (15.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 45.275N, 26.70972E |
| Country | Romania |
Location
Mass Context
"6.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pleşcoi?
Pleşcoi is classified as L5-6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Pleşcoi meteorite weigh?
The Pleşcoi meteorite has a mass of 6.9 kg (15.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Pleşcoi meteorite found?
The Pleşcoi meteorite was observed falling in Romania in 2008.
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