Maria Elena (1935)

Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1935 · Argentina

Key Takeaway

Maria Elena (1935) is a Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1935 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 15.5 kg.

15.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IVA
Classification
Found
Type
1935
Year

Details

NASA ID15417
Classification Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite)
Mass15.5 kg (34.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1935
Coordinates22.33333S, 69.66667W
Country Argentina

Location

Mass Context

"15.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Maria Elena (1935)?

Maria Elena (1935) is classified as Iron, IVA (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Maria Elena (1935) meteorite weigh?

The Maria Elena (1935) meteorite has a mass of 15.5 kg (34.2 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Maria Elena (1935) meteorite found?

The Maria Elena (1935) meteorite was found in Argentina in 1935.

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