Tonganoxie
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1886 · Kansas, United States
Key Takeaway
Tonganoxie is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1886 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 11.8 kg.
11.8 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1886
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24025 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 11.8 kg (26.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1886 |
| Coordinates | 39.08333N, 95.11667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"11.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tonganoxie?
Tonganoxie is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tonganoxie meteorite weigh?
The Tonganoxie meteorite has a mass of 11.8 kg (26.0 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Tonganoxie meteorite found?
The Tonganoxie meteorite was found in Kansas, United States in 1886.
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