Balfour Downs
Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1962 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Balfour Downs is a Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1962 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 2.4 kg.
2.4 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sLL
Classification
Found
Type
1962
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4927 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1962 |
| Coordinates | 22.75S, 120.83333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"2.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Balfour Downs?
Balfour Downs is classified as Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Balfour Downs meteorite weigh?
The Balfour Downs meteorite has a mass of 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Balfour Downs meteorite found?
The Balfour Downs meteorite was found in Australia in 1962.
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