Macibini
Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) · Fell 1936 · South Africa
Key Takeaway
Macibini is a Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1936 in South Africa . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
Eucrite-pmict
Classification
Fell
Type
1936
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15372 |
| Classification | Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1936 |
| Coordinates | 28.83333S, 31.95E |
| Country | South Africa |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Macibini?
Macibini is classified as Eucrite-pmict (Achondrite).
How much does the Macibini meteorite weigh?
The Macibini meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Macibini meteorite found?
The Macibini meteorite was observed falling in South Africa in 1936.
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