Summit
Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1890 · Alabama, United States
Key Takeaway
Summit is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1890 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 1.0 kg.
1.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1890
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23744 |
| Classification | Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1890 |
| Coordinates | 34.2N, 86.48333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Summit?
Summit is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Summit meteorite weigh?
The Summit meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Summit meteorite found?
The Summit meteorite was found in Alabama, United States in 1890.
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