Guilford County
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1822 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Guilford County is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1822 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1822
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11444 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1822 |
| Coordinates | 35.56667N, 79.83333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Guilford County?
Guilford County is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Guilford County meteorite weigh?
The Guilford County meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Guilford County meteorite found?
The Guilford County meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1822.
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