ash-Shalfah
L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1961 · Saudi Arabia
Key Takeaway
ash-Shalfah is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1961 in Saudi Arabia . It has a recorded mass of 935.0 g.
935.0 g
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1961
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 2350 |
| Classification | L4 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 935.0 g (2.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1961 |
| Coordinates | 21.875N, 49.71944E |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
Location
Mass Context
"935.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is ash-Shalfah?
ash-Shalfah is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).
How much does the ash-Shalfah meteorite weigh?
The ash-Shalfah meteorite has a mass of 935.0 g (2.1 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the ash-Shalfah meteorite found?
The ash-Shalfah meteorite was found in Saudi Arabia in 1961.
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