Maralinga
CK4-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1974 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Maralinga is a CK4-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1974 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 3.4 kg.
3.4 kg
Mass
CK4-an
Classification
Found
Type
1974
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15412 |
| Classification | CK4-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1974 |
| Coordinates | 30.3S, 131.26667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"3.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Maralinga?
Maralinga is classified as CK4-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Maralinga meteorite weigh?
The Maralinga meteorite has a mass of 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Maralinga meteorite found?
The Maralinga meteorite was found in Australia in 1974.
Same Classification
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