Iquique
Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1871 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Iquique is a Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1871 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 12.5 kg.
12.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IVB
Classification
Found
Type
1871
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12045 |
| Classification | Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1871 |
| Coordinates | 20.18333S, 69.73333W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"12.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Iquique?
Iquique is classified as Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Iquique meteorite weigh?
The Iquique meteorite has a mass of 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Iquique meteorite found?
The Iquique meteorite was found in Brazil in 1871.
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