Balsas
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1974 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Balsas is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1974 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 41.0 kg.
41.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1974
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4932 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 41.0 kg (90.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1974 |
| Coordinates | 7.53133S, 46.04117W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"41.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Balsas?
Balsas is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Balsas meteorite weigh?
The Balsas meteorite has a mass of 41.0 kg (90.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Balsas meteorite found?
The Balsas meteorite was found in Brazil in 1974.
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