Boriskino

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1930 · Kazakhstan

Key Takeaway

Boriskino is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1930 in Kazakhstan . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.

1.3 kg
Mass
CM2
Classification
Fell
Type
1930
Year

Details

NASA ID5112
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.3 kg (3.0 lbs)
Fall TypeObserved fall
Year1930
Coordinates54.23333N, 52.48333E
Country Kazakhstan

Location

Mass Context

"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Boriskino?

Boriskino is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Boriskino meteorite weigh?

The Boriskino meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (3.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Boriskino meteorite found?

The Boriskino meteorite was observed falling in Kazakhstan in 1930.

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