Kaptal-Aryk
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1937 · Kazakhstan
Key Takeaway
Kaptal-Aryk is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1937 in Kazakhstan . It has a recorded mass of 3.5 kg.
3.5 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12253 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 42.45N, 73.36667E |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
Location
Mass Context
"3.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kaptal-Aryk?
Kaptal-Aryk is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Kaptal-Aryk meteorite weigh?
The Kaptal-Aryk meteorite has a mass of 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kaptal-Aryk meteorite found?
The Kaptal-Aryk meteorite was observed falling in Kazakhstan in 1937.
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