Avoca (Western Australia)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1966 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Avoca (Western Australia) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1966 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 37.9 kg.
37.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1966
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4909 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 37.9 kg (83.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1966 |
| Coordinates | 30.85S, 122.31667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"37.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Avoca (Western Australia)?
Avoca (Western Australia) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Avoca (Western Australia) meteorite weigh?
The Avoca (Western Australia) meteorite has a mass of 37.9 kg (83.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Avoca (Western Australia) meteorite found?
The Avoca (Western Australia) meteorite was found in Australia in 1966.
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