Cabin Creek
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1886 · Arkansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Cabin Creek is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1886 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 48.5 kg.
48.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Fell
Type
1886
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5186 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 48.5 kg (106.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1886 |
| Coordinates | 35.5N, 93.5W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"48.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cabin Creek?
Cabin Creek is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Cabin Creek meteorite weigh?
The Cabin Creek meteorite has a mass of 48.5 kg (106.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Cabin Creek meteorite found?
The Cabin Creek meteorite was observed falling in Arkansas, United States in 1886.
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