El Sampal
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1973 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
El Sampal is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1973 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 142.0 kg.
142.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1973
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7817 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 142.0 kg (313.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1973 |
| Coordinates | 44.53333S, 70.36667W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"142.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Sampal?
El Sampal is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Sampal meteorite weigh?
The El Sampal meteorite has a mass of 142.0 kg (313.1 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the El Sampal meteorite found?
The El Sampal meteorite was found in Argentina in 1973.
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