Quartz Mountain
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1935 · California, United States
Key Takeaway
Quartz Mountain is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1935 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 4.8 kg.
4.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1935
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18910 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.8 kg (10.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1935 |
| Coordinates | 37.2N, 116.7W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"4.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Quartz Mountain?
Quartz Mountain is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Quartz Mountain meteorite weigh?
The Quartz Mountain meteorite has a mass of 4.8 kg (10.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Quartz Mountain meteorite found?
The Quartz Mountain meteorite was found in California, United States in 1935.
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