Kaffir (a)
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1965 · Oklahoma, United States
Key Takeaway
Kaffir (a) is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1965 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.9 kg.
1.9 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1965
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12223 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.9 kg (4.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1965 |
| Coordinates | 34.62333N, 101.91667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kaffir (a)?
Kaffir (a) is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Kaffir (a) meteorite weigh?
The Kaffir (a) meteorite has a mass of 1.9 kg (4.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kaffir (a) meteorite found?
The Kaffir (a) meteorite was found in Oklahoma, United States in 1965.
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