Rainbow
CO3.2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1994 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Rainbow is a CO3.2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1994 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.
1.6 kg
Mass
CO3.2
Classification
Found
Type
1994
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22374 |
| Classification | CO3.2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.6 kg (3.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1994 |
| Coordinates | 35.90667S, 141.855E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"1.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rainbow?
Rainbow is classified as CO3.2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Rainbow meteorite weigh?
The Rainbow meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Rainbow meteorite found?
The Rainbow meteorite was found in Australia in 1994.
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