El Qoseir
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1921 · Egypt
Key Takeaway
El Qoseir is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1921 in Egypt . It has a recorded mass of 2.4 kg.
2.4 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1921
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7815 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1921 |
| Coordinates | 26.28333N, 34.25E |
| Country | Egypt |
Location
Mass Context
"2.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Qoseir?
El Qoseir is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the El Qoseir meteorite weigh?
The El Qoseir meteorite has a mass of 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the El Qoseir meteorite found?
The El Qoseir meteorite was found in Egypt in 1921.
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