Casimiro de Abreu
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1947 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Casimiro de Abreu is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1947 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 25.0 kg.
25.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1947
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5289 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1947 |
| Coordinates | 22.46667S, 42.21667W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"25.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Casimiro de Abreu?
Casimiro de Abreu is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Casimiro de Abreu meteorite weigh?
The Casimiro de Abreu meteorite has a mass of 25.0 kg (55.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Casimiro de Abreu meteorite found?
The Casimiro de Abreu meteorite was found in Brazil in 1947.
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