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Alfianello

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L6 ordinary chondrite that fell February 16, 1883, near Alfianello, Lombardy, Italy; its ~228 kg total mass ranks it among Italy's largest witnessed falls.

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When and where did the Alfianello meteorite fall?

The Alfianello meteorite fell on February 16, 1883, near the town of Alfianello in Lombardy, Italy. It was a widely witnessed meteorite fall that drew significant local attention.

How big was the Alfianello meteorite?

The Alfianello meteorite had a total known mass of roughly 228 kilograms (about 500 pounds). This large mass ranks it among Italy's largest witnessed meteorite falls.

What type of meteorite is Alfianello?

Alfianello is classified as an L6 ordinary chondrite. This means it contains chondrules and has a relatively low iron content compared to other stony meteorite types.

What does an L6 ordinary chondrite like Alfianello look like inside?

As an L6 chondrite, Alfianello has undergone significant thermal metamorphism on its parent asteroid. This means its original chondrules have been heavily altered and recrystallized, making them difficult to see clearly without magnification.

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