Elga

Iron, IIE (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1959 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Elga is a Iron, IIE (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1959 . It has a recorded mass of 28.8 kg.

28.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIE
Classification
Found
Type
1959
Year

Details

NASA ID10012
Classification Iron, IIE (Iron Meteorite)
Mass28.8 kg (63.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1959
Coordinates64.7N, 141.2E
Country Unknown

Location

Mass Context

"28.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elga?

Elga is classified as Iron, IIE (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Elga meteorite weigh?

The Elga meteorite has a mass of 28.8 kg (63.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Elga meteorite found?

The Elga meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1959.

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