Morristown
Mesosiderite-A3 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1887 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Morristown is a Mesosiderite-A3 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1887 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 16.3 kg.
16.3 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-A3
Classification
Found
Type
1887
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16750 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-A3 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 16.3 kg (35.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1887 |
| Coordinates | 36.2N, 83.38333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"16.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Morristown?
Morristown is classified as Mesosiderite-A3 (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Morristown meteorite weigh?
The Morristown meteorite has a mass of 16.3 kg (35.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Morristown meteorite found?
The Morristown meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1887.
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