Quesa
Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1898 · Spain
Key Takeaway
Quesa is a Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1898 in Spain . It has a recorded mass of 10.8 kg.
10.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-ung
Classification
Fell
Type
1898
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22360 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 10.8 kg (23.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1898 |
| Coordinates | 39N, 0.66667W |
| Country | Spain |
Location
Mass Context
"10.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Quesa?
Quesa is classified as Iron, IAB-ung (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Quesa meteorite weigh?
The Quesa meteorite has a mass of 10.8 kg (23.7 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Quesa meteorite found?
The Quesa meteorite was observed falling in Spain in 1898.
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