Ibitira
Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite) · Fell 1957 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Ibitira is a Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1957 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 kg.
2.5 kg
Mass
Eucrite-mmict
Classification
Fell
Type
1957
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11993 |
| Classification | Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1957 |
| Coordinates | 20S, 45W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"2.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ibitira?
Ibitira is classified as Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite).
How much does the Ibitira meteorite weigh?
The Ibitira meteorite has a mass of 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ibitira meteorite found?
The Ibitira meteorite was observed falling in Brazil in 1957.
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