Chinguetti
Mesosiderite-B1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1920 · Mauritania
Key Takeaway
Chinguetti is a Mesosiderite-B1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1920 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 4.1 kg.
4.1 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-B1
Classification
Found
Type
1920
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5354 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-B1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.1 kg (8.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1920 |
| Coordinates | 20.25N, 12.68333W |
| Country | Mauritania |
Location
Mass Context
"4.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Chinguetti?
Chinguetti is classified as Mesosiderite-B1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Chinguetti meteorite weigh?
The Chinguetti meteorite has a mass of 4.1 kg (8.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Chinguetti meteorite found?
The Chinguetti meteorite was found in Mauritania in 1920.
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