Norristown
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1965 · Georgia, United States
Key Takeaway
Norristown is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1965 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 4.2 kg.
4.2 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1965
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16997 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1965 |
| Coordinates | 32.51667N, 82.55W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"4.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Norristown?
Norristown is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Norristown meteorite weigh?
The Norristown meteorite has a mass of 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Norristown meteorite found?
The Norristown meteorite was found in Georgia, United States in 1965.
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