Kifkakhsyagan
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1972 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Kifkakhsyagan is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1972 . It has a recorded mass of 18.8 kg.
18.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1972
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12304 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 18.8 kg (41.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1972 |
| Coordinates | 64.4N, 172.7E |
| Country | Unknown |
Location
Mass Context
"18.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kifkakhsyagan?
Kifkakhsyagan is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kifkakhsyagan meteorite weigh?
The Kifkakhsyagan meteorite has a mass of 18.8 kg (41.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Kifkakhsyagan meteorite found?
The Kifkakhsyagan meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1972.
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