Sakauchi
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1913 · Japan
Key Takeaway
Sakauchi is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1913 in Japan . It has a recorded mass of 4.2 kg.
4.2 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Fell
Type
1913
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23103 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.2 kg (9.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1913 |
| Coordinates | 35.66667N, 136.3E |
| Country | Japan |
Location
Mass Context
"4.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Sakauchi?
Sakauchi is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Sakauchi meteorite weigh?
The Sakauchi meteorite has a mass of 4.2 kg (9.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Sakauchi meteorite found?
The Sakauchi meteorite was observed falling in Japan in 1913.
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