ar-Rakhbah
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1955 · Oman
Key Takeaway
ar-Rakhbah is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1955 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 462.0 g.
462.0 g
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1955
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2338 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 462.0 g (16.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1955 |
| Coordinates | 20.6N, 52.5E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"462.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is ar-Rakhbah?
ar-Rakhbah is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the ar-Rakhbah meteorite weigh?
The ar-Rakhbah meteorite has a mass of 462.0 g (16.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the ar-Rakhbah meteorite found?
The ar-Rakhbah meteorite was found in Oman in 1955.
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