Great Sand Sea 007

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Egypt

Key Takeaway

Great Sand Sea 007 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Egypt . It has a recorded mass of 1.5 kg.

1.5 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID11187
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass1.5 kg (3.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates26.91028N, 26.15167E
Country Egypt

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Great Sand Sea 007?

Great Sand Sea 007 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Great Sand Sea 007 meteorite weigh?

The Great Sand Sea 007 meteorite has a mass of 1.5 kg (3.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Great Sand Sea 007 meteorite found?

The Great Sand Sea 007 meteorite was found in Egypt in 1996.

Same Classification

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