Cruz del Eje
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1971 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Cruz del Eje is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1971 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 14.0 kg.
14.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1971
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51739 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 14.0 kg (30.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1971 |
| Coordinates | 30.75S, 64.78333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"14.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cruz del Eje?
Cruz del Eje is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Cruz del Eje meteorite weigh?
The Cruz del Eje meteorite has a mass of 14.0 kg (30.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Cruz del Eje meteorite found?
The Cruz del Eje meteorite was found in Argentina in 1971.
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