Kunya-Urgench
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1998 · Kazakhstan
1.1 tonnes
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12379 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 tonnes (2,425.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 42.25N, 59.2E |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 tonnes — about the weight of a small car"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kunya-Urgench?
Kunya-Urgench is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Kunya-Urgench meteorite weigh?
The Kunya-Urgench meteorite has a mass of 1.1 tonnes (2,425.1 lbs). About the weight of a small car.
Where was the Kunya-Urgench meteorite found?
The Kunya-Urgench meteorite was observed falling in Kazakhstan in 1998.
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