Tatahouine
Diogenite (Achondrite) · Fell 1931 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Tatahouine is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1931 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 12.0 kg.
12.0 kg
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Fell
Type
1931
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23884 |
| Classification | Diogenite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1931 |
| Coordinates | 32.95N, 10.41667E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"12.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tatahouine?
Tatahouine is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).
How much does the Tatahouine meteorite weigh?
The Tatahouine meteorite has a mass of 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tatahouine meteorite found?
The Tatahouine meteorite was observed falling in Algeria in 1931.
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