Jenny's Creek
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1883 · Kentucky, United States
Key Takeaway
Jenny's Creek is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1883 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 12.0 kg.
12.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1883
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12081 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1883 |
| Coordinates | 37.9N, 82.38333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"12.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Jenny's Creek?
Jenny's Creek is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Jenny's Creek meteorite weigh?
The Jenny's Creek meteorite has a mass of 12.0 kg (26.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Jenny's Creek meteorite found?
The Jenny's Creek meteorite was found in Kentucky, United States in 1883.
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