El Djouf 003
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1989 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
El Djouf 003 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1989 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1989
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 7799 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1989 |
| Coordinates | 23.5N, 1.85W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is El Djouf 003?
El Djouf 003 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the El Djouf 003 meteorite weigh?
The El Djouf 003 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the El Djouf 003 meteorite found?
The El Djouf 003 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1989.
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