Verkhnyi Saltov
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 2001 · Ukraine
Key Takeaway
Verkhnyi Saltov is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Ukraine . It has a recorded mass of 9.5 kg.
9.5 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 31352 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 9.5 kg (21.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 50.11112N, 36.8001E |
| Country | Ukraine |
Location
Mass Context
"9.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Verkhnyi Saltov?
Verkhnyi Saltov is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Verkhnyi Saltov meteorite weigh?
The Verkhnyi Saltov meteorite has a mass of 9.5 kg (21.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Verkhnyi Saltov meteorite found?
The Verkhnyi Saltov meteorite was found in Ukraine in 2001.
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