Cold Bokkeveld
CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1838 · South Africa
5.2 kg
Mass
CM2
Classification
Fell
Type
1838
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5397 |
| Classification | CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1838 |
| Coordinates | 33.13333S, 19.38333E |
| Country | South Africa |
Location
Mass Context
"5.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cold Bokkeveld?
Cold Bokkeveld is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Cold Bokkeveld meteorite weigh?
The Cold Bokkeveld meteorite has a mass of 5.2 kg (11.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Cold Bokkeveld meteorite found?
The Cold Bokkeveld meteorite was observed falling in South Africa in 1838.
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