Briggsdale
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1949 · Colorado, United States
Key Takeaway
Briggsdale is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1949 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1949
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5141 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1949 |
| Coordinates | 40.66667N, 104.31667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Briggsdale?
Briggsdale is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Briggsdale meteorite weigh?
The Briggsdale meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Briggsdale meteorite found?
The Briggsdale meteorite was found in Colorado, United States in 1949.
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