Foum Zguid
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1998 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Foum Zguid is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 6.0 kg.
6.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10171 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 30.06667N, 6.9W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"6.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Foum Zguid?
Foum Zguid is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Foum Zguid meteorite weigh?
The Foum Zguid meteorite has a mass of 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Foum Zguid meteorite found?
The Foum Zguid meteorite was found in Algeria in 1998.
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