Bendock

Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1898 · Australia

Key Takeaway

Bendock is a Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1898 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 27.0 kg.

27.0 kg
Mass
Pallasite
Classification
Found
Type
1898
Year

Details

NASA ID5016
Classification Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass27.0 kg (59.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1898
Coordinates37.15S, 148.91667E
Country Australia

Location

Mass Context

"27.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Bendock?

Bendock is classified as Pallasite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Bendock meteorite weigh?

The Bendock meteorite has a mass of 27.0 kg (59.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Bendock meteorite found?

The Bendock meteorite was found in Australia in 1898.

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