Soroti
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Fell 1945 · Uganda
Key Takeaway
Soroti is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1945 in Uganda . It has a recorded mass of 2.1 kg.
2.1 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Fell
Type
1945
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23671 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.1 kg (4.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1945 |
| Coordinates | 1.7N, 33.63333E |
| Country | Uganda |
Location
Mass Context
"2.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Soroti?
Soroti is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Soroti meteorite weigh?
The Soroti meteorite has a mass of 2.1 kg (4.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Soroti meteorite found?
The Soroti meteorite was observed falling in Uganda in 1945.
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