Aguas Zarcas meteorite, Stony meteorite in Aguas Zarcas, Costa Rica.
The meteorite fragments scattered across residential areas contained silicon, iron, and magnesium, with distinct chondrules formed at high temperatures.
On April 23, 2019, at 9:09 PM local time, residents of Aguas Zarcas witnessed a bright fireball followed by explosions before fragments hit the ground.
Local residents collected meteorite pieces from their properties, contributing to scientific research about the early formation of the solar system.
Scientists recovered approximately 27 kilograms of meteorite fragments, with the largest piece weighing 1.8 kilograms.
The meteorite contains organic carbon compounds and water-bearing minerals with oxygen isotopes similar to those found in the Sun.
GPS coordinates: 10.20833,-84.34028
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:21
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