Frankfort (iron)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1866 · Indiana, United States
Key Takeaway
Frankfort (iron) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1866 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 10.9 kg.
10.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1866
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10176 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 10.9 kg (24.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1866 |
| Coordinates | 38.2N, 84.83333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"10.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Frankfort (iron)?
Frankfort (iron) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Frankfort (iron) meteorite weigh?
The Frankfort (iron) meteorite has a mass of 10.9 kg (24.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Frankfort (iron) meteorite found?
The Frankfort (iron) meteorite was found in Indiana, United States in 1866.
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