Merceditas
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1884 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Merceditas is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1884 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 42.9 kg.
42.9 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1884
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 15487 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 42.9 kg (94.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1884 |
| Coordinates | 26.33333S, 70.28333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"42.9 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Merceditas?
Merceditas is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Merceditas meteorite weigh?
The Merceditas meteorite has a mass of 42.9 kg (94.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Merceditas meteorite found?
The Merceditas meteorite was found in Argentina in 1884.
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