Villalbeto de la Peña
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 2004 · France
Key Takeaway
Villalbeto de la Peña is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 2004 in France . It has a recorded mass of 3.5 kg.
3.5 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
2004
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24179 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 2004 |
| Coordinates | 42.8N, 4.66667W |
| Country | France |
Location
Mass Context
"3.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Villalbeto de la Peña?
Villalbeto de la Peña is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Villalbeto de la Peña meteorite weigh?
The Villalbeto de la Peña meteorite has a mass of 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Villalbeto de la Peña meteorite found?
The Villalbeto de la Peña meteorite was observed falling in France in 2004.
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