Marshall County
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1860 · Illinois, United States
Key Takeaway
Marshall County is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1860 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 6.8 kg.
6.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1860
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15433 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 6.8 kg (15.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1860 |
| Coordinates | 37N, 88.25W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"6.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Marshall County?
Marshall County is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Marshall County meteorite weigh?
The Marshall County meteorite has a mass of 6.8 kg (15.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Marshall County meteorite found?
The Marshall County meteorite was found in Illinois, United States in 1860.
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