El Mirage
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1972 · Arizona, United States
Key Takeaway
El Mirage is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1972 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 598.0 g.
598.0 g
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1972
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7809 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 598.0 g (21.1 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1972 |
| Coordinates | 33.68333N, 112.26667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"598.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Mirage?
El Mirage is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Mirage meteorite weigh?
The El Mirage meteorite has a mass of 598.0 g (21.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the El Mirage meteorite found?
The El Mirage meteorite was found in Arizona, United States in 1972.
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