Kokstad
Iron, IIIE (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1884 · Lesotho
341.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIE
Classification
Found
Type
1884
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12341 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIE (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 341.0 kg (751.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1884 |
| Coordinates | 30.55S, 29.41667E |
| Country | Lesotho |
Location
Mass Context
"341.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Kokstad?
Kokstad is classified as Iron, IIIE (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Kokstad meteorite weigh?
The Kokstad meteorite has a mass of 341.0 kg (751.8 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Kokstad meteorite found?
The Kokstad meteorite was found in Lesotho in 1884.
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