Tourinnes-la-Grosse
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1863 · Belgium
Key Takeaway
Tourinnes-la-Grosse is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1863 in Belgium . It has a recorded mass of 14.5 kg.
14.5 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1863
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24038 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 14.5 kg (32.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1863 |
| Coordinates | 50.78333N, 4.76667E |
| Country | Belgium |
Location
Mass Context
"14.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tourinnes-la-Grosse?
Tourinnes-la-Grosse is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Tourinnes-la-Grosse meteorite weigh?
The Tourinnes-la-Grosse meteorite has a mass of 14.5 kg (32.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tourinnes-la-Grosse meteorite found?
The Tourinnes-la-Grosse meteorite was observed falling in Belgium in 1863.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
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