Lexington County
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1880 · Georgia, United States
Key Takeaway
Lexington County is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1880 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 4.8 kg.
4.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1880
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 14644 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1880 |
| Coordinates | 34N, 81.25W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"4.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Lexington County?
Lexington County is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Lexington County meteorite weigh?
The Lexington County meteorite has a mass of 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Lexington County meteorite found?
The Lexington County meteorite was found in Georgia, United States in 1880.
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