Chuckwalla
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1992 · California, United States
Key Takeaway
Chuckwalla is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.
1.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5361 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1992 |
| Coordinates | 35.25N, 118.09067W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Chuckwalla?
Chuckwalla is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Chuckwalla meteorite weigh?
The Chuckwalla meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Chuckwalla meteorite found?
The Chuckwalla meteorite was found in California, United States in 1992.
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