Moctezuma
Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1889 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Moctezuma is a Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1889 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 kg.
1.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sLL
Classification
Found
Type
1889
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16710 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.7 kg (3.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1889 |
| Coordinates | 29.8N, 109.66667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"1.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Moctezuma?
Moctezuma is classified as Iron, IAB-sLL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Moctezuma meteorite weigh?
The Moctezuma meteorite has a mass of 1.7 kg (3.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Moctezuma meteorite found?
The Moctezuma meteorite was found in Mexico in 1889.
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