Sikhote-Alin
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1947 · China
23.0 tonnes
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Fell
Type
1947
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23593 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 23.0 tonnes (50,706.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1947 |
| Coordinates | 46.16N, 134.65333E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"23.0 tonnes — about the weight of an elephant"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Sikhote-Alin?
Sikhote-Alin is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Sikhote-Alin meteorite weigh?
The Sikhote-Alin meteorite has a mass of 23.0 tonnes (50,706.4 lbs). About the weight of an elephant.
Where was the Sikhote-Alin meteorite found?
The Sikhote-Alin meteorite was observed falling in China in 1947.
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