Kharga
Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Egypt
Key Takeaway
Kharga is a Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Egypt . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IVA
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12290 |
| Classification | Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 31.1325N, 25.04717E |
| Country | Egypt |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kharga?
Kharga is classified as Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kharga meteorite weigh?
The Kharga meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Kharga meteorite found?
The Kharga meteorite was found in Egypt in 2000.
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