Hope
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1955 · Arkansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Hope is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1955 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 6.8 kg.
6.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1955
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11905 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 6.8 kg (15.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1955 |
| Coordinates | 33.68333N, 93.6W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"6.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hope?
Hope is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Hope meteorite weigh?
The Hope meteorite has a mass of 6.8 kg (15.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hope meteorite found?
The Hope meteorite was found in Arkansas, United States in 1955.
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