Mount Padbury
Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1964 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Mount Padbury is a Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1964 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 272.0 kg.
272.0 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-A1
Classification
Found
Type
1964
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16785 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 272.0 kg (599.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1964 |
| Coordinates | 25.66667S, 118.1E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"272.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mount Padbury?
Mount Padbury is classified as Mesosiderite-A1 (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mount Padbury meteorite weigh?
The Mount Padbury meteorite has a mass of 272.0 kg (599.7 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Mount Padbury meteorite found?
The Mount Padbury meteorite was found in Australia in 1964.
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