Rumuruti
R3.8-6 (Unclassified) · Fell 1934 · Kenya
Key Takeaway
Rumuruti is a R3.8-6 (Unclassified) meteorite that was observed falling in 1934 in Kenya . It has a recorded mass of 67.0 g.
67.0 g
Mass
R3.8-6
Classification
Fell
Type
1934
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22782 |
| Classification | R3.8-6 (Unclassified) |
| Mass | 67.0 g (2.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1934 |
| Coordinates | 0.26667N, 36.53333E |
| Country | Kenya |
Location
Mass Context
"67.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rumuruti?
Rumuruti is classified as R3.8-6 (Unclassified).
How much does the Rumuruti meteorite weigh?
The Rumuruti meteorite has a mass of 67.0 g (2.4 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Rumuruti meteorite found?
The Rumuruti meteorite was observed falling in Kenya in 1934.
Same Classification
- Northwest Africa 1774 714.0 g
- Pecora Escarpment 91002 210.2 g
- Pecora Escarpment 91241 75.0 g
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