Kalahari 008
Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 1999 · Botswana
Key Takeaway
Kalahari 008 is a Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Botswana . It has a recorded mass of 585.0 g.
585.0 g
Mass
Lunar (anorth)
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30737 |
| Classification | Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite) |
| Mass | 585.0 g (20.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 20.9818S, 22.9766E |
| Country | Botswana |
Location
Mass Context
"585.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kalahari 008?
Kalahari 008 is classified as Lunar (anorth) (Lunar Meteorite).
How much does the Kalahari 008 meteorite weigh?
The Kalahari 008 meteorite has a mass of 585.0 g (20.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Kalahari 008 meteorite found?
The Kalahari 008 meteorite was found in Botswana in 1999.
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- Yamato 983885 289.7 g
- Northeast Africa 001 262.0 g
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