Tamentit
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1864 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Tamentit is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1864 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 510.0 kg.
510.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1864
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23798 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 510.0 kg (1,124.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1864 |
| Coordinates | 27.71667N, 0.25W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"510.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tamentit?
Tamentit is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tamentit meteorite weigh?
The Tamentit meteorite has a mass of 510.0 kg (1,124.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Tamentit meteorite found?
The Tamentit meteorite was found in Algeria in 1864.
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