Karatu
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1963 · Kenya
Key Takeaway
Karatu is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1963 in Kenya . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
LL6
Classification
Fell
Type
1963
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12258 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1963 |
| Coordinates | 3.5S, 35.58333E |
| Country | Kenya |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Karatu?
Karatu is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Karatu meteorite weigh?
The Karatu meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Karatu meteorite found?
The Karatu meteorite was observed falling in Kenya in 1963.
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