Rancho de la Pila (1882)
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1882 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Rancho de la Pila (1882) is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1882 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 46.5 kg.
46.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1882
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22389 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 46.5 kg (102.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1882 |
| Coordinates | 24.11667N, 104.3W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"46.5 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rancho de la Pila (1882)?
Rancho de la Pila (1882) is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Rancho de la Pila (1882) meteorite weigh?
The Rancho de la Pila (1882) meteorite has a mass of 46.5 kg (102.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Rancho de la Pila (1882) meteorite found?
The Rancho de la Pila (1882) meteorite was found in Mexico in 1882.
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