La Primitiva
Iron, IIG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1888 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
La Primitiva is a Iron, IIG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1888 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 27.4 kg.
27.4 kg
Mass
Iron, IIG
Classification
Found
Type
1888
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12402 |
| Classification | Iron, IIG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 27.4 kg (60.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1888 |
| Coordinates | 19.91667S, 69.81667W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"27.4 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is La Primitiva?
La Primitiva is classified as Iron, IIG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the La Primitiva meteorite weigh?
The La Primitiva meteorite has a mass of 27.4 kg (60.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the La Primitiva meteorite found?
The La Primitiva meteorite was found in Brazil in 1888.
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