Black Mountain
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1839 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Black Mountain is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1839 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 800.0 g.
800.0 g
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1839
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5066 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 800.0 g (28.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1839 |
| Coordinates | 35.58333N, 82.35W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"800.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Black Mountain?
Black Mountain is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Black Mountain meteorite weigh?
The Black Mountain meteorite has a mass of 800.0 g (28.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Black Mountain meteorite found?
The Black Mountain meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1839.
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