Monturaqui
Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1965 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Monturaqui is a Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1965 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB?
Classification
Found
Type
1965
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16731 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1965 |
| Coordinates | 23.93333S, 68.28333W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Monturaqui?
Monturaqui is classified as Iron, IAB? (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Monturaqui meteorite weigh?
The Monturaqui meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Monturaqui meteorite found?
The Monturaqui meteorite was found in Argentina in 1965.
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