Bear Creek
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1866 · Colorado, United States
Key Takeaway
Bear Creek is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1866 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 227.0 kg.
227.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1866
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 4982 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 227.0 kg (500.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1866 |
| Coordinates | 39.6N, 105.3W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"227.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Bear Creek meteorite weigh?
The Bear Creek meteorite has a mass of 227.0 kg (500.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Bear Creek meteorite found?
The Bear Creek meteorite was found in Colorado, United States in 1866.
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