Salt River
Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1850 · Indiana, United States
Key Takeaway
Salt River is a Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1850 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 3.6 kg.
3.6 kg
Mass
Iron, IIC
Classification
Found
Type
1850
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23113 |
| Classification | Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1850 |
| Coordinates | 37.95N, 85.78333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"3.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Salt River?
Salt River is classified as Iron, IIC (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Salt River meteorite weigh?
The Salt River meteorite has a mass of 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Salt River meteorite found?
The Salt River meteorite was found in Indiana, United States in 1850.
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