Itapicuru-Mirim
H5 (H Chondrite) · Fell 1879 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Itapicuru-Mirim is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1879 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Fell
Type
1879
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12056 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1879 |
| Coordinates | 3.4S, 44.33333W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Itapicuru-Mirim?
Itapicuru-Mirim is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Itapicuru-Mirim meteorite weigh?
The Itapicuru-Mirim meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Itapicuru-Mirim meteorite found?
The Itapicuru-Mirim meteorite was observed falling in Brazil in 1879.
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