Newport
Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1923 · Arkansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Newport is a Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1923 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 5.6 kg.
5.6 kg
Mass
Pallasite, PMG
Classification
Found
Type
1923
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16962 |
| Classification | Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1923 |
| Coordinates | 35.6N, 91.26667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"5.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Newport?
Newport is classified as Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Newport meteorite weigh?
The Newport meteorite has a mass of 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Newport meteorite found?
The Newport meteorite was found in Arkansas, United States in 1923.
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