Putinga
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1937 · Brazil
300.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18905 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 300.0 kg (661.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 29.03333S, 53.05W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"300.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Putinga?
Putinga is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Putinga meteorite weigh?
The Putinga meteorite has a mass of 300.0 kg (661.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Putinga meteorite found?
The Putinga meteorite was observed falling in Brazil in 1937.
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