San Francisco del Mezquital
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1868 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
San Francisco del Mezquital is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1868 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 7.5 kg.
7.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1868
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23123 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1868 |
| Coordinates | 23.48333N, 104.36667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"7.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is San Francisco del Mezquital?
San Francisco del Mezquital is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the San Francisco del Mezquital meteorite weigh?
The San Francisco del Mezquital meteorite has a mass of 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the San Francisco del Mezquital meteorite found?
The San Francisco del Mezquital meteorite was found in Mexico in 1868.
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