Algoma
Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1887 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Algoma is a Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1887 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 4.1 kg.
4.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sHL
Classification
Found
Type
1887
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 470 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.1 kg (9.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1887 |
| Coordinates | 44.65N, 87.46667W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"4.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Algoma?
Algoma is classified as Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Algoma meteorite weigh?
The Algoma meteorite has a mass of 4.1 kg (9.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Algoma meteorite found?
The Algoma meteorite was found in Canada in 1887.
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