Mungindi
Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1897 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Mungindi is a Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1897 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 51.3 kg.
51.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sLM
Classification
Found
Type
1897
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16872 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 51.3 kg (113.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1897 |
| Coordinates | 28.93333S, 148.95E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"51.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Mungindi?
Mungindi is classified as Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Mungindi meteorite weigh?
The Mungindi meteorite has a mass of 51.3 kg (113.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Mungindi meteorite found?
The Mungindi meteorite was found in Australia in 1897.
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