Mount Joy
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1887 · Pennsylvania, United States
384.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1887
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16779 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 384.0 kg (846.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1887 |
| Coordinates | 39.78333N, 77.21667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"384.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Joy?
Mount Joy is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mount Joy meteorite weigh?
The Mount Joy meteorite has a mass of 384.0 kg (846.6 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Mount Joy meteorite found?
The Mount Joy meteorite was found in Pennsylvania, United States in 1887.
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