El Burro
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1939 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
El Burro is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1939 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 35.9 kg.
35.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1939
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7793 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 35.9 kg (79.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1939 |
| Coordinates | 29.33333N, 101.83333W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"35.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Burro?
El Burro is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Burro meteorite weigh?
The El Burro meteorite has a mass of 35.9 kg (79.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the El Burro meteorite found?
The El Burro meteorite was found in Mexico in 1939.
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