Thoreau
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1954 · New Mexico, United States
Key Takeaway
Thoreau is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1954 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 500.0 g.
500.0 g
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1954
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23974 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 500.0 g (17.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1954 |
| Coordinates | 35.28333N, 108.26667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"500.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Thoreau?
Thoreau is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Thoreau meteorite weigh?
The Thoreau meteorite has a mass of 500.0 g (17.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Thoreau meteorite found?
The Thoreau meteorite was found in New Mexico, United States in 1954.
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