Brainard
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1978 · Nebraska, United States
Key Takeaway
Brainard is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1978 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 138.3 kg.
138.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1978
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5131 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 138.3 kg (304.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 41.15333N, 96.955W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"138.3 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Brainard?
Brainard is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Brainard meteorite weigh?
The Brainard meteorite has a mass of 138.3 kg (304.9 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Brainard meteorite found?
The Brainard meteorite was found in Nebraska, United States in 1978.
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