Duketon
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1948 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Duketon is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1948 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 118.3 kg.
118.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1948
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7740 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 118.3 kg (260.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1948 |
| Coordinates | 27.5S, 122.36667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"118.3 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Duketon?
Duketon is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Duketon meteorite weigh?
The Duketon meteorite has a mass of 118.3 kg (260.8 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Duketon meteorite found?
The Duketon meteorite was found in Australia in 1948.
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