Mokoia
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1908 · New Zealand
4.5 kg
Mass
CV3
Classification
Fell
Type
1908
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16713 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1908 |
| Coordinates | 39.63333S, 174.4E |
| Country | New Zealand |
Location
Mass Context
"4.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mokoia?
Mokoia is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Mokoia meteorite weigh?
The Mokoia meteorite has a mass of 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Mokoia meteorite found?
The Mokoia meteorite was observed falling in New Zealand in 1908.
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