El Timbu
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1942 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
El Timbu is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1942 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 500.0 kg.
500.0 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1942
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7820 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 500.0 kg (1,102.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1942 |
| Coordinates | 33.11667S, 60.96667W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"500.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Timbu?
El Timbu is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Timbu meteorite weigh?
The El Timbu meteorite has a mass of 500.0 kg (1,102.3 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the El Timbu meteorite found?
The El Timbu meteorite was found in Argentina in 1942.
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