El Djouf 001

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1989 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

El Djouf 001 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1989 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.

1.3 kg
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1989
Year

Details

NASA ID7797
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.3 kg (2.8 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1989
Coordinates23.43333N, 1.41667W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is El Djouf 001?

El Djouf 001 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the El Djouf 001 meteorite weigh?

The El Djouf 001 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the El Djouf 001 meteorite found?

The El Djouf 001 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1989.

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