Dar al Gani 406
Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1998 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Dar al Gani 406 is a Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 5.1 kg.
5.1 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB complex
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5954 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 5.1 kg (11.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 28.14033N, 15.82383E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"5.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dar al Gani 406?
Dar al Gani 406 is classified as Iron, IAB complex (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Dar al Gani 406 meteorite weigh?
The Dar al Gani 406 meteorite has a mass of 5.1 kg (11.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Dar al Gani 406 meteorite found?
The Dar al Gani 406 meteorite was found in Libya in 1998.
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