Landes
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1930 · Maryland, United States
Key Takeaway
Landes is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1930 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 69.8 kg.
69.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1930
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 12457 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 69.8 kg (153.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1930 |
| Coordinates | 38.9N, 79.18333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"69.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Landes?
Landes is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Landes meteorite weigh?
The Landes meteorite has a mass of 69.8 kg (153.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Landes meteorite found?
The Landes meteorite was found in Maryland, United States in 1930.
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