Smith's Mountain
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1863 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Smith's Mountain is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1863 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 5.0 kg.
5.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1863
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23652 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1863 |
| Coordinates | 36.41667N, 80W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"5.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Smith's Mountain?
Smith's Mountain is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Smith's Mountain meteorite weigh?
The Smith's Mountain meteorite has a mass of 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Smith's Mountain meteorite found?
The Smith's Mountain meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1863.
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