Dar al Gani 489
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Dar al Gani 489 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 2.1 kg.
2.1 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 6037 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.1 kg (4.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 27.13333N, 16.08333E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"2.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dar al Gani 489?
Dar al Gani 489 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Dar al Gani 489 meteorite weigh?
The Dar al Gani 489 meteorite has a mass of 2.1 kg (4.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Dar al Gani 489 meteorite found?
The Dar al Gani 489 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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