Kaidun
CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1980 · Yemen
Key Takeaway
Kaidun is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1980 in Yemen . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
CR2
Classification
Fell
Type
1980
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12228 |
| Classification | CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1980 |
| Coordinates | 15N, 48.3E |
| Country | Yemen |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kaidun?
Kaidun is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Kaidun meteorite weigh?
The Kaidun meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kaidun meteorite found?
The Kaidun meteorite was observed falling in Yemen in 1980.
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