Acuña
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1981 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Acuña is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 217.7 kg.
217.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 373 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 217.7 kg (479.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1981 |
| Coordinates | 29.31667N, 100.96667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"217.7 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Acuña?
Acuña is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Acuña meteorite weigh?
The Acuña meteorite has a mass of 217.7 kg (479.9 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Acuña meteorite found?
The Acuña meteorite was found in Mexico in 1981.
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