Puente del Zacate
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1904 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Puente del Zacate is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1904 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 30.8 kg.
30.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1904
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18894 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 30.8 kg (67.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1904 |
| Coordinates | 27.86667N, 101.5W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"30.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Puente del Zacate?
Puente del Zacate is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Puente del Zacate meteorite weigh?
The Puente del Zacate meteorite has a mass of 30.8 kg (67.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Puente del Zacate meteorite found?
The Puente del Zacate meteorite was found in Mexico in 1904.
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