Nogoya
CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Fell 1879 · Argentina
4.0 kg
Mass
CM2
Classification
Fell
Type
1879
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16989 |
| Classification | CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1879 |
| Coordinates | 32.36667S, 59.83333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"4.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Nogoya?
Nogoya is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Nogoya meteorite weigh?
The Nogoya meteorite has a mass of 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Nogoya meteorite found?
The Nogoya meteorite was observed falling in Argentina in 1879.
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