Kalahari 009
Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 1999 · Botswana
Key Takeaway
Kalahari 009 is a Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Botswana . It has a recorded mass of 13.5 kg.
13.5 kg
Mass
Lunar (basalt)
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30738 |
| Classification | Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) |
| Mass | 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 20.9818S, 22.9766E |
| Country | Botswana |
Location
Mass Context
"13.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kalahari 009?
Kalahari 009 is classified as Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite).
How much does the Kalahari 009 meteorite weigh?
The Kalahari 009 meteorite has a mass of 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Kalahari 009 meteorite found?
The Kalahari 009 meteorite was found in Botswana in 1999.
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