Point of Rocks (iron)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1956 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Point of Rocks (iron) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1956 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 18.0 kg.
18.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1956
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18855 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 18.0 kg (39.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1956 |
| Coordinates | 36.5N, 104.5W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"18.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Point of Rocks (iron)?
Point of Rocks (iron) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Point of Rocks (iron) meteorite weigh?
The Point of Rocks (iron) meteorite has a mass of 18.0 kg (39.7 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Point of Rocks (iron) meteorite found?
The Point of Rocks (iron) meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1956.
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