Colfax
Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1880 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Colfax is a Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1880 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 kg.
2.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-ung
Classification
Found
Type
1880
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5402 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1880 |
| Coordinates | 35.3N, 81.73333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"2.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Colfax?
Colfax is classified as Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Colfax meteorite weigh?
The Colfax meteorite has a mass of 2.3 kg (5.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Colfax meteorite found?
The Colfax meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1880.
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