Mafuta
Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1984 · Mozambique
Key Takeaway
Mafuta is a Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1984 in Mozambique . It has a recorded mass of 71.5 kg.
71.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IID
Classification
Found
Type
1984
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15384 |
| Classification | Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 71.5 kg (157.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1984 |
| Coordinates | 16.9025S, 30.40722E |
| Country | Mozambique |
Location
Mass Context
"71.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mafuta?
Mafuta is classified as Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mafuta meteorite weigh?
The Mafuta meteorite has a mass of 71.5 kg (157.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mafuta meteorite found?
The Mafuta meteorite was found in Mozambique in 1984.
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