Santa Rosalia
Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1950 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Santa Rosalia is a Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1950 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.
1.6 kg
Mass
Pallasite, PMG
Classification
Found
Type
1950
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23168 |
| Classification | Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.6 kg (3.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1950 |
| Coordinates | 27.33333N, 112.33333W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"1.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Santa Rosalia?
Santa Rosalia is classified as Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Santa Rosalia meteorite weigh?
The Santa Rosalia meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Santa Rosalia meteorite found?
The Santa Rosalia meteorite was found in Mexico in 1950.
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