Bluewater
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1946 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Bluewater is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1946 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 9.5 kg.
9.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1946
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5078 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.5 kg (21.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1946 |
| Coordinates | 35.26667N, 107.96667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"9.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bluewater?
Bluewater is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Bluewater meteorite weigh?
The Bluewater meteorite has a mass of 9.5 kg (21.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Bluewater meteorite found?
The Bluewater meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1946.
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