Liangcheng
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1959 · China
Key Takeaway
Liangcheng is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1959 in China . It has a recorded mass of 200.0 kg.
200.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1959
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 14645 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 200.0 kg (440.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1959 |
| Coordinates | 40.5N, 112.5E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"200.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Liangcheng?
Liangcheng is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Liangcheng meteorite weigh?
The Liangcheng meteorite has a mass of 200.0 kg (440.9 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Liangcheng meteorite found?
The Liangcheng meteorite was found in China in 1959.
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