Kaalijarv
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1937 · Estonia
Key Takeaway
Kaalijarv is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1937 in Estonia . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 kg.
2.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12217 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 58.4N, 22.66667E |
| Country | Estonia |
Location
Mass Context
"2.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kaalijarv?
Kaalijarv is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kaalijarv meteorite weigh?
The Kaalijarv meteorite has a mass of 2.3 kg (5.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kaalijarv meteorite found?
The Kaalijarv meteorite was found in Estonia in 1937.
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