Tounkin
OC (Unclassified) · Fell 1824 · China
Key Takeaway
Tounkin is a OC (Unclassified) meteorite that was observed falling in 1824 in China . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
OC
Classification
Fell
Type
1824
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24037 |
| Classification | OC (Unclassified) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1824 |
| Coordinates | 51.73333N, 102.53333E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tounkin?
Tounkin is classified as OC (Unclassified).
How much does the Tounkin meteorite weigh?
The Tounkin meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Tounkin meteorite found?
The Tounkin meteorite was observed falling in China in 1824.
Same Classification
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- Densmore (c) 3.9 kg
- Dimmitt (b) 2.8 kg
- Hamilton (Texas) 2.7 kg
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