Aldama (a)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1985 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Aldama (a) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1985 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 11.0 kg.
11.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1985
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 459 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 11.0 kg (24.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1985 |
| Coordinates | 28.83333N, 105.86667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"11.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Aldama (a)?
Aldama (a) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Aldama (a) meteorite weigh?
The Aldama (a) meteorite has a mass of 11.0 kg (24.3 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Aldama (a) meteorite found?
The Aldama (a) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1985.
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- Quinn Canyon 1.5 tonnes
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