Needles
Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1962 · California, United States
Key Takeaway
Needles is a Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1962 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 45.3 kg.
45.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IID
Classification
Found
Type
1962
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16936 |
| Classification | Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 45.3 kg (99.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1962 |
| Coordinates | 34.44417N, 114.8325W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"45.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Needles?
Needles is classified as Iron, IID (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Needles meteorite weigh?
The Needles meteorite has a mass of 45.3 kg (99.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Needles meteorite found?
The Needles meteorite was found in California, United States in 1962.
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