St. Caprais-de-Quinsac
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1883 · France
Key Takeaway
St. Caprais-de-Quinsac is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1883 in France . It has a recorded mass of 360.0 g.
360.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1883
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23081 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 360.0 g (12.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1883 |
| Coordinates | 44.75N, 0.05E |
| Country | France |
Location
Mass Context
"360.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is St. Caprais-de-Quinsac?
St. Caprais-de-Quinsac is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the St. Caprais-de-Quinsac meteorite weigh?
The St. Caprais-de-Quinsac meteorite has a mass of 360.0 g (12.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the St. Caprais-de-Quinsac meteorite found?
The St. Caprais-de-Quinsac meteorite was observed falling in France in 1883.
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