Tanezrouft 082

CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 082 is a CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.

1.0 kg
Mass
CM2
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID31343
Classification CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.0 kg (2.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
Coordinates24.81727N, 0.43427W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 082?

Tanezrouft 082 is classified as CM2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 082 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 082 meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Tanezrouft 082 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 082 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2003.

Same Classification

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