Alta'ameem
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1977 · Iran
Key Takeaway
Alta'ameem is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1977 in Iran . It has a recorded mass of 6.0 kg.
6.0 kg
Mass
LL5
Classification
Fell
Type
1977
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2284 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1977 |
| Coordinates | 35.27333N, 44.21556E |
| Country | Iran |
Location
Mass Context
"6.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Alta'ameem?
Alta'ameem is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Alta'ameem meteorite weigh?
The Alta'ameem meteorite has a mass of 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Alta'ameem meteorite found?
The Alta'ameem meteorite was observed falling in Iran in 1977.
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- Tuxtuac 30.0 kg
- Krähenberg 16.5 kg
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