Santa Vitoria do Palmar
L3 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Santa Vitoria do Palmar is a L3 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 50.4 kg.
50.4 kg
Mass
L3
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 35478 |
| Classification | L3 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 50.4 kg (111.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 33.50944S, 53.41083W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"50.4 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Santa Vitoria do Palmar?
Santa Vitoria do Palmar is classified as L3 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Santa Vitoria do Palmar meteorite weigh?
The Santa Vitoria do Palmar meteorite has a mass of 50.4 kg (111.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Santa Vitoria do Palmar meteorite found?
The Santa Vitoria do Palmar meteorite was found in Brazil in 2003.
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