Kaba
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1857 · Hungary
Key Takeaway
Kaba is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1857 in Hungary . It has a recorded mass of 3.0 kg.
3.0 kg
Mass
CV3
Classification
Fell
Type
1857
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12218 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1857 |
| Coordinates | 47.35N, 21.3E |
| Country | Hungary |
Location
Mass Context
"3.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kaba?
Kaba is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Kaba meteorite weigh?
The Kaba meteorite has a mass of 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kaba meteorite found?
The Kaba meteorite was observed falling in Hungary in 1857.
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