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 ID | 7797 |
| Classification | CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1989 |
| Coordinates | 23.43333N, 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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