Wichita County
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1836 · Oklahoma, United States
Key Takeaway
Wichita County is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1836 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 145.0 kg.
145.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1836
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24257 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 145.0 kg (319.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1836 |
| Coordinates | 34.06667N, 98.91667W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"145.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Wichita County?
Wichita County is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Wichita County meteorite weigh?
The Wichita County meteorite has a mass of 145.0 kg (319.7 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Wichita County meteorite found?
The Wichita County meteorite was found in Oklahoma, United States in 1836.
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