Norquín
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1945 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Norquín is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1945 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 19.3 kg.
19.3 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1945
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16996 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 19.3 kg (42.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1945 |
| Coordinates | 37.71667S, 70.61667W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"19.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Norquín?
Norquín is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Norquín meteorite weigh?
The Norquín meteorite has a mass of 19.3 kg (42.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Norquín meteorite found?
The Norquín meteorite was found in Argentina in 1945.
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