El Simbolar
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1938 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
El Simbolar is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1938 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 40.0 kg.
40.0 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1938
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7818 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 40.0 kg (88.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1938 |
| Coordinates | 30.63333S, 64.88333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"40.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Simbolar?
El Simbolar is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Simbolar meteorite weigh?
The El Simbolar meteorite has a mass of 40.0 kg (88.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the El Simbolar meteorite found?
The El Simbolar meteorite was found in Argentina in 1938.
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