as-Su'aydan
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1960 · Oman
Key Takeaway
as-Su'aydan is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1960 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 5.9 kg.
5.9 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1960
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2354 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.9 kg (12.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1960 |
| Coordinates | 21.25417N, 55.305E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"5.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is as-Su'aydan?
as-Su'aydan is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the as-Su'aydan meteorite weigh?
The as-Su'aydan meteorite has a mass of 5.9 kg (12.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the as-Su'aydan meteorite found?
The as-Su'aydan meteorite was found in Oman in 1960.
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