Arltunga
Iron, IID-an (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1908 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Arltunga is a Iron, IID-an (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1908 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 18.1 kg.
18.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IID-an
Classification
Found
Type
1908
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2334 |
| Classification | Iron, IID-an (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 18.1 kg (39.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1908 |
| Coordinates | 23.33333S, 134.66667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"18.1 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Arltunga?
Arltunga is classified as Iron, IID-an (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Arltunga meteorite weigh?
The Arltunga meteorite has a mass of 18.1 kg (39.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Arltunga meteorite found?
The Arltunga meteorite was found in Australia in 1908.
Same Classification
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