Palmas de Monte Alto
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1954 · Brazil
Key Takeaway
Palmas de Monte Alto is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1954 in Brazil . It has a recorded mass of 97.0 kg.
97.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1954
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 48959 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 97.0 kg (213.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1954 |
| Coordinates | 14.3675S, 43.02278W |
| Country | Brazil |
Location
Mass Context
"97.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Palmas de Monte Alto?
Palmas de Monte Alto is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Palmas de Monte Alto meteorite weigh?
The Palmas de Monte Alto meteorite has a mass of 97.0 kg (213.8 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Palmas de Monte Alto meteorite found?
The Palmas de Monte Alto meteorite was found in Brazil in 1954.
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