Persimmon Creek
Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1893 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Persimmon Creek is a Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1893 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 5.0 kg.
5.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sLM
Classification
Found
Type
1893
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18796 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1893 |
| Coordinates | 35.05N, 84.23333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"5.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Persimmon Creek?
Persimmon Creek is classified as Iron, IAB-sLM (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Persimmon Creek meteorite weigh?
The Persimmon Creek meteorite has a mass of 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Persimmon Creek meteorite found?
The Persimmon Creek meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1893.
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