Tianlin
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1956 · China
Key Takeaway
Tianlin is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1956 in China . It has a recorded mass of 300.0 kg.
300.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1956
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23983 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 300.0 kg (661.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1956 |
| Coordinates | 24.3N, 106.1E |
| Country | China |
Location
Mass Context
"300.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tianlin?
Tianlin is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tianlin meteorite weigh?
The Tianlin meteorite has a mass of 300.0 kg (661.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Tianlin meteorite found?
The Tianlin meteorite was found in China in 1956.
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