Thiel Mountains
Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1962 · Antarctica
Key Takeaway
Thiel Mountains is a Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1962 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 31.7 kg.
31.7 kg
Mass
Pallasite, PMG
Classification
Found
Type
1962
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23911 |
| Classification | Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 31.7 kg (69.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1962 |
| Coordinates | 85.45S, 90W |
| Country | Antarctica |
Location
Mass Context
"31.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Thiel Mountains?
Thiel Mountains is classified as Pallasite, PMG (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Thiel Mountains meteorite weigh?
The Thiel Mountains meteorite has a mass of 31.7 kg (69.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Thiel Mountains meteorite found?
The Thiel Mountains meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1962.
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