Kenton County
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1889 · Kentucky, United States
Key Takeaway
Kenton County is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1889 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 194.0 kg.
194.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1889
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12280 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 194.0 kg (427.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1889 |
| Coordinates | 38.81667N, 84.6W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"194.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kenton County?
Kenton County is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kenton County meteorite weigh?
The Kenton County meteorite has a mass of 194.0 kg (427.7 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Kenton County meteorite found?
The Kenton County meteorite was found in Kentucky, United States in 1889.
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