Neptune Mountains
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1964 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Neptune Mountains is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1964 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1964
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16944 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1964 |
| Coordinates | 83.25S, 55W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Neptune Mountains?
Neptune Mountains is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Neptune Mountains meteorite weigh?
The Neptune Mountains meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Neptune Mountains meteorite found?
The Neptune Mountains meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1964.
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