Somervell County
Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1919 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Somervell County is a Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1919 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 11.8 kg.
11.8 kg
Mass
Pallasite, PMG
Classification
Found
Type
1919
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23665 |
| Classification | Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 11.8 kg (26.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1919 |
| Coordinates | 32.18333N, 97.8W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"11.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Somervell County?
Somervell County is classified as Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Somervell County meteorite weigh?
The Somervell County meteorite has a mass of 11.8 kg (26.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Somervell County meteorite found?
The Somervell County meteorite was found in Mexico in 1919.
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