Waingaromia
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1915 · New Zealand
Key Takeaway
Waingaromia is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1915 in New Zealand . It has a recorded mass of 9.2 kg.
9.2 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1915
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24198 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.2 kg (20.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1915 |
| Coordinates | 38.25S, 178.08333E |
| Country | New Zealand |
Location
Mass Context
"9.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Waingaromia?
Waingaromia is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Waingaromia meteorite weigh?
The Waingaromia meteorite has a mass of 9.2 kg (20.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Waingaromia meteorite found?
The Waingaromia meteorite was found in New Zealand in 1915.
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