Algarrobo
Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1959 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Algarrobo is a Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1959 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.
1.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-ung
Classification
Found
Type
1959
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 467 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1959 |
| Coordinates | 27.08333S, 70.58333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Algarrobo?
Algarrobo is classified as Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Algarrobo meteorite weigh?
The Algarrobo meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Algarrobo meteorite found?
The Algarrobo meteorite was found in Argentina in 1959.
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