Aguas Zarcas meteorite. CM2 type, amino acids and water content
Characteristics
| Weight | 30,82 grams |
|---|---|
| Observed fall | Costa Rica, 23 April 2019 |
$3.600
Out of stock
Description
The Aguas Zarcas Meteorite fell on 23 April 2019 in Costa Rica. It was observed by the neighbors and recorded by several cameras. It fell in a rainforest area so the recovery of the meteorites has been difficult.
It is a carbonaceous chondrite type CM2, similar to the Murchison meteorite. In Murchison, through extensive research during years, scientists have found a water content of 12%, alcohols, hydrocarbons and dozens of amino-acids. CM2 meteorites seem to have established the basis for the origin of life on Earth. Aguas Zarcas is being extensively studied and scientists have already found a high water content and different amino-acids.
For sale a big and beautiful specimen.
Certificate of authenticity included. IMCA 5591.
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