Mount Ayliff
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1907 · South Africa
Key Takeaway
Mount Ayliff is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1907 in South Africa . It has a recorded mass of 13.6 kg.
13.6 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1907
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16763 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 13.6 kg (30.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1907 |
| Coordinates | 30.81667S, 29.35E |
| Country | South Africa |
Location
Mass Context
"13.6 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Ayliff?
Mount Ayliff is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mount Ayliff meteorite weigh?
The Mount Ayliff meteorite has a mass of 13.6 kg (30.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mount Ayliff meteorite found?
The Mount Ayliff meteorite was found in South Africa in 1907.
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