Hammadah al Hamra 056
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1994 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 056 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1994 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1994
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11539 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1994 |
| Coordinates | 28.673N, 13.16467E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 056?
Hammadah al Hamra 056 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 056 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 056 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 056 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 056 meteorite was found in Libya in 1994.
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