Picacho
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1952 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Picacho is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1952 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 22.0 kg.
22.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1952
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18814 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 22.0 kg (48.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1952 |
| Coordinates | 33.2N, 105W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"22.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Picacho?
Picacho is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Picacho meteorite weigh?
The Picacho meteorite has a mass of 22.0 kg (48.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Picacho meteorite found?
The Picacho meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1952.
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