Ashuwairif 002
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Ashuwairif 002 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 12.0 kg.
12.0 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51564 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 12.0 kg (26.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 29.37972N, 14.26972E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"12.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ashuwairif 002?
Ashuwairif 002 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ashuwairif 002 meteorite weigh?
The Ashuwairif 002 meteorite has a mass of 12.0 kg (26.4 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Ashuwairif 002 meteorite found?
The Ashuwairif 002 meteorite was found in Libya in 2008.
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