Ilimaes (iron)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1870 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Ilimaes (iron) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1870 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 51.7 kg.
51.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1870
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12022 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 51.7 kg (114.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1870 |
| Coordinates | 26S, 70W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"51.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ilimaes (iron)?
Ilimaes (iron) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Ilimaes (iron) meteorite weigh?
The Ilimaes (iron) meteorite has a mass of 51.7 kg (114.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Ilimaes (iron) meteorite found?
The Ilimaes (iron) meteorite was found in Argentina in 1870.
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