Ocate
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1986 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Ocate is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1986 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 6.4 kg.
6.4 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1986
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 48976 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1986 |
| Coordinates | 36.29533N, 105.04833W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"6.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ocate?
Ocate is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Ocate meteorite weigh?
The Ocate meteorite has a mass of 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ocate meteorite found?
The Ocate meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1986.
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