Ballinoo
Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1892 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Ballinoo is a Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1892 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 42.2 kg.
42.2 kg
Mass
Iron, IIC
Classification
Found
Type
1892
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4931 |
| Classification | Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 42.2 kg (93.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1892 |
| Coordinates | 27.7S, 115.76667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"42.2 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ballinoo?
Ballinoo is classified as Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Ballinoo meteorite weigh?
The Ballinoo meteorite has a mass of 42.2 kg (93.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Ballinoo meteorite found?
The Ballinoo meteorite was found in Australia in 1892.
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