Cuba
Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1871 · Cuba
Key Takeaway
Cuba is a Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1871 in Cuba . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.
1.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB?
Classification
Found
Type
1871
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5479 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1871 |
| Coordinates | 22N, 80W |
| Country | Cuba |
Location
Mass Context
"1.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Cuba?
Cuba is classified as Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Cuba meteorite weigh?
The Cuba meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Cuba meteorite found?
The Cuba meteorite was found in Cuba in 1871.
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