Puerta de Arauco
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1904 · Argentina
Key Takeaway
Puerta de Arauco is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1904 in Argentina . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.
1.5 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1904
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18896 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.5 kg (3.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1904 |
| Coordinates | 28.88333S, 66.66667W |
| Country | Argentina |
Location
Mass Context
"1.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Puerta de Arauco?
Puerta de Arauco is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Puerta de Arauco meteorite weigh?
The Puerta de Arauco meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Puerta de Arauco meteorite found?
The Puerta de Arauco meteorite was found in Argentina in 1904.
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