Mejillones
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1875 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Mejillones is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1875 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 14.8 kg.
14.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1875
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15472 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 14.8 kg (32.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1875 |
| Coordinates | 23.1S, 70.5W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"14.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mejillones?
Mejillones is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mejillones meteorite weigh?
The Mejillones meteorite has a mass of 14.8 kg (32.7 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mejillones meteorite found?
The Mejillones meteorite was found in Argentina in 1875.
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