Jianshi
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1890 · China
600.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Fell
Type
1890
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12087 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 600.0 kg (1,322.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1890 |
| Coordinates | 30.80833N, 109.5E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"600.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Jianshi?
Jianshi is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Jianshi meteorite weigh?
The Jianshi meteorite has a mass of 600.0 kg (1,322.8 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Jianshi meteorite found?
The Jianshi meteorite was observed falling in China in 1890.
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