Hammadah al Hamra 151
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1995 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 151 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1995 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.
1.3 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1995
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11634 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1995 |
| Coordinates | 28.651N, 13.46833E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"1.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 151?
Hammadah al Hamra 151 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 151 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 151 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 151 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 151 meteorite was found in Libya in 1995.
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