Hammadah al Hamra 042
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1994 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 042 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1994 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 300.0 g.
300.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1994
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11525 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 300.0 g (10.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1994 |
| Coordinates | 29.2705N, 11.67017E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"300.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 042?
Hammadah al Hamra 042 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 042 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 042 meteorite has a mass of 300.0 g (10.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 042 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 042 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1994.
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