Willcox Playa 009
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2009 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Willcox Playa 009 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2009 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 160.0 g.
160.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 52851 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 160.0 g (5.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Coordinates | 32.07667N, 109.8455W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"160.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Willcox Playa 009?
Willcox Playa 009 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Willcox Playa 009 meteorite weigh?
The Willcox Playa 009 meteorite has a mass of 160.0 g (5.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Willcox Playa 009 meteorite found?
The Willcox Playa 009 meteorite was found in Mexico in 2009.
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Nearby Meteorites
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- Willcox Playa H4
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- Willcox Playa 004 L6
- Willcox Playa 007 L6
- Willcox Playa 002 L6
- Dos Cabezas L5
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