Mayerthorpe
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1964 · Canada
Key Takeaway
Mayerthorpe is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1964 in Canada . It has a recorded mass of 12.6 kg.
12.6 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1964
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15449 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 12.6 kg (27.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1964 |
| Coordinates | 53.775N, 115.03333W |
| Country | Canada |
Location
Mass Context
"12.6 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mayerthorpe?
Mayerthorpe is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mayerthorpe meteorite weigh?
The Mayerthorpe meteorite has a mass of 12.6 kg (27.8 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mayerthorpe meteorite found?
The Mayerthorpe meteorite was found in Canada in 1964.
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