Qingzhen
EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Fell 1976 · China
Key Takeaway
Qingzhen is a EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1976 in China . It has a recorded mass of 2.6 kg.
2.6 kg
Mass
EH3
Classification
Fell
Type
1976
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18908 |
| Classification | EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1976 |
| Coordinates | 26.53333N, 106.46667E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"2.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Qingzhen?
Qingzhen is classified as EH3 (Enstatite Chondrite).
How much does the Qingzhen meteorite weigh?
The Qingzhen meteorite has a mass of 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Qingzhen meteorite found?
The Qingzhen meteorite was observed falling in China in 1976.
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