Ivuna
CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1938 · Tanzania
Key Takeaway
Ivuna is a CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1938 in Tanzania . It has a recorded mass of 704.5 g.
704.5 g
Mass
CI1
Classification
Fell
Type
1938
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12063 |
| Classification | CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 704.5 g (24.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1938 |
| Coordinates | 8.41667S, 32.43333E |
| Country | Tanzania |
Location
Mass Context
"704.5 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ivuna?
Ivuna is classified as CI1 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Ivuna meteorite weigh?
The Ivuna meteorite has a mass of 704.5 g (24.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Ivuna meteorite found?
The Ivuna meteorite was observed falling in Tanzania in 1938.
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