Ashuwairif 004
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Ashuwairif 004 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 15.8 kg.
15.8 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 53630 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 15.8 kg (34.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 29.36583N, 14.27611E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"15.8 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ashuwairif 004?
Ashuwairif 004 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ashuwairif 004 meteorite weigh?
The Ashuwairif 004 meteorite has a mass of 15.8 kg (34.7 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.
Where was the Ashuwairif 004 meteorite found?
The Ashuwairif 004 meteorite was found in Libya in 2008.
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