Dorrigo
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1948 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Dorrigo is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1948 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 8.5 kg.
8.5 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1948
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7720 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1948 |
| Coordinates | 30.28333S, 152.66667E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"8.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dorrigo?
Dorrigo is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Dorrigo meteorite weigh?
The Dorrigo meteorite has a mass of 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Dorrigo meteorite found?
The Dorrigo meteorite was found in Australia in 1948.
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