Pedernales
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1980 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Pedernales is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1980 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 691.0 g.
691.0 g
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1980
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 34062 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 691.0 g (24.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1980 |
| Coordinates | 30.33333N, 98.95W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"691.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Pedernales?
Pedernales is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Pedernales meteorite weigh?
The Pedernales meteorite has a mass of 691.0 g (24.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Pedernales meteorite found?
The Pedernales meteorite was found in Mexico in 1980.
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