Tlacotepec
Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1903 · Mexico
71.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IVB
Classification
Found
Type
1903
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24013 |
| Classification | Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 71.0 kg (156.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1903 |
| Coordinates | 18.65N, 97.55W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"71.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tlacotepec?
Tlacotepec is classified as Iron, IVB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tlacotepec meteorite weigh?
The Tlacotepec meteorite has a mass of 71.0 kg (156.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tlacotepec meteorite found?
The Tlacotepec meteorite was found in Mexico in 1903.
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