Meteorite

Size: 11x8.5 cms box size

Weight: 68 grams box weight 

Location: Chelyabinsk, Russia

Product Description:

The Chelyabinsk Meteorite, a remarkable celestial event, captivated the world on February 15, 2013. Originating from outer space, this meteorite entered Earth's atmosphere with tremendous force, creating a massive explosion that sent shockwaves across the region. As it streaked through the sky, the meteorite's fiery descent illuminated the dark winter morning over the city of Chelyabinsk, Russia. The explosion generated by its entry released an energy equivalent to about 470-500 kilotons of TNT, making it one of the most powerful meteor airbursts in recorded history. The intense blast shattered thousands of windows, causing minor injuries to over 1,500 people due to flying glass and debris. Despite the chaos, there were no reported fatalities, which was indeed fortunate given the magnitude of the event. Following its dramatic passage through the atmosphere, a significant portion of the meteorite landed in the waters of Lake Chebarkul, forming a hole in the frozen surface. Expeditions were quickly organized to recover fragments from the lakebed. Scientists and enthusiasts eagerly collected and studied the recovered meteorite pieces, revealing valuable insights into the composition and nature of objects from space. The Chelyabinsk Meteorite serves as a humbling reminder of the potential hazards posed by celestial objects entering Earth's atmosphere. Its impact left a lasting impression on the scientific community and the general public, prompting increased interest in planetary defense and monitoring systems to track and understand potentially hazardous near-Earth objects. This extraordinary event will be remembered as a unique and extraordinary moment in the annals of astronomy and meteorology.