Meteorite Morasko 573,5g – Poland
Type: iron / IAB-MG
Locality: Poznan, Poland
Weight: 573,5g
Dimensions: 69 x 45 x 42 mm
Year found: 1914
Total known weight: 290 kg
Surface treatment: endcut
| Category: | Morasko Meteorite |
|---|---|
| By name: | Morasko |
| ? Type: | Iron |
| ? Surface treatment: | Cut |
| Packaging: | None |
Morasko meteorite is an iron meteorite originating from the Morasko area near Poznań in Poland. It is classified as IAB-MG, and the first known specimen was found in 1914. Morasko finds are associated with an area containing several crater structures north of Poznań. The meteorite consists mainly of an iron-nickel alloy, and cut, polished and etched specimens may reveal a characteristic internal structure.