Barbacena
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1918 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Barbacena is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1918 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 9.0 kg.
9.0 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1918
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4940 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.0 kg (19.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1918 |
| Coordinates | 21.21667S, 43.93333W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"9.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Barbacena?
Barbacena is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Barbacena meteorite weigh?
The Barbacena meteorite has a mass of 9.0 kg (19.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Barbacena meteorite found?
The Barbacena meteorite was found in Brazil in 1918.
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