Mount Magnet
Iron, IAB-sHH (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1916 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Mount Magnet is a Iron, IAB-sHH (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1916 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 16.6 kg.
16.6 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sHH
Classification
Found
Type
1916
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16780 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sHH (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 16.6 kg (36.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1916 |
| Coordinates | 28.16667S, 118.5E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"16.6 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Magnet?
Mount Magnet is classified as Iron, IAB-sHH (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mount Magnet meteorite weigh?
The Mount Magnet meteorite has a mass of 16.6 kg (36.6 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mount Magnet meteorite found?
The Mount Magnet meteorite was found in Australia in 1916.
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