Tieraco Creek
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1922 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Tieraco Creek is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1922 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 41.7 kg.
41.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1922
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23987 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 41.7 kg (91.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1922 |
| Coordinates | 26.33333S, 118.33333E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"41.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tieraco Creek?
Tieraco Creek is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tieraco Creek meteorite weigh?
The Tieraco Creek meteorite has a mass of 41.7 kg (91.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tieraco Creek meteorite found?
The Tieraco Creek meteorite was found in Australia in 1922.
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