Cedartown
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1898 · Alabama, United States
Key Takeaway
Cedartown is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1898 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 11.3 kg.
11.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1898
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5304 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 11.3 kg (24.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1898 |
| Coordinates | 34.01667N, 85.26667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"11.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cedartown?
Cedartown is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Cedartown meteorite weigh?
The Cedartown meteorite has a mass of 11.3 kg (24.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Cedartown meteorite found?
The Cedartown meteorite was found in Alabama, United States in 1898.
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