Eltanin
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1981 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Eltanin is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1981 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10028 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1981 |
| Coordinates | 57.78667S, 90.79333W |
| Country | Unknown |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Eltanin?
Eltanin is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Eltanin meteorite weigh?
The Eltanin meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Eltanin meteorite found?
The Eltanin meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1981.
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