Bur-Abor
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1997 · Ethiopia
Key Takeaway
Bur-Abor is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Ethiopia . It has a recorded mass of 290.0 kg.
290.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5166 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 290.0 kg (639.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 3.98333N, 41.65E |
| Country | Ethiopia |
Location
Mass Context
"290.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Bur-Abor?
Bur-Abor is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Bur-Abor meteorite weigh?
The Bur-Abor meteorite has a mass of 290.0 kg (639.3 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Bur-Abor meteorite found?
The Bur-Abor meteorite was found in Ethiopia in 1997.
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