Tazewell
Iron, IAB-sLH (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1853 · North Carolina, United States
Key Takeaway
Tazewell is a Iron, IAB-sLH (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1853 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 27.0 kg.
27.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-sLH
Classification
Found
Type
1853
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23891 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sLH (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 27.0 kg (59.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1853 |
| Coordinates | 36.43333N, 83.75W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"27.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tazewell?
Tazewell is classified as Iron, IAB-sLH (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tazewell meteorite weigh?
The Tazewell meteorite has a mass of 27.0 kg (59.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tazewell meteorite found?
The Tazewell meteorite was found in North Carolina, United States in 1853.
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