Dyarrl Island
Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1933 · Papua New Guinea
Key Takeaway
Dyarrl Island is a Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1933 in Papua New Guinea . It has a recorded mass of 188.0 g.
188.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-A1
Classification
Fell
Type
1933
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7758 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 188.0 g (6.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1933 |
| Coordinates | 3S, 151E |
| Country | Papua New Guinea |
Location
Mass Context
"188.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dyarrl Island?
Dyarrl Island is classified as Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Dyarrl Island meteorite weigh?
The Dyarrl Island meteorite has a mass of 188.0 g (6.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Dyarrl Island meteorite found?
The Dyarrl Island meteorite was observed falling in Papua New Guinea in 1933.
Same Classification
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- Mount Padbury 272.0 kg
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- Patwar 37.4 kg
- Barea 3.2 kg
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