Dhofar 1556
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Dhofar 1556 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 kg.
1.7 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 52426 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Coordinates | 18.72883N, 54.57717E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"1.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Dhofar 1556?
Dhofar 1556 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Dhofar 1556 meteorite weigh?
The Dhofar 1556 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Dhofar 1556 meteorite found?
The Dhofar 1556 meteorite was found in Oman in 2009.
Same Classification
- Ochansk 500.0 kg
- Glasatovo 152.0 kg
- Weston 150.0 kg
- Selma 140.6 kg
- Kesen 135.0 kg
- Cook 007 100.0 kg
- Yelland Dry Lake 76.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 267 73.9 kg
Nearby Meteorites
- Dhofar 1021 L3
- Dhofar 116 L5
- Dhofar 426 L6
- Dhofar 217 L6
- Dhofar 336 L6
- Dhofar 1652 L6
- Dhofar 774 L6
- Dhofar 569 H5
Data from NASA Meteorite Landings Dataset (public domain). This site is not affiliated with NASA. For official records, visit data.nasa.gov.