San Pedro de Quiles
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1956 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
San Pedro de Quiles is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1956 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 282.0 g.
282.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1956
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23130 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 282.0 g (9.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1956 |
| Coordinates | 31.01667S, 71.4W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"282.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is San Pedro de Quiles?
San Pedro de Quiles is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the San Pedro de Quiles meteorite weigh?
The San Pedro de Quiles meteorite has a mass of 282.0 g (9.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the San Pedro de Quiles meteorite found?
The San Pedro de Quiles meteorite was observed falling in Argentina in 1956.
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- Bruderheim 303.0 kg
- Putinga 300.0 kg
- Potter 261.0 kg
- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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