Hammadah al Hamra 180
Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 180 is a Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 936.0 g.
936.0 g
Mass
Chondrite-ung
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11663 |
| Classification | Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 936.0 g (2.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1996 |
| Coordinates | 28.6035N, 13.30067E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"936.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 180?
Hammadah al Hamra 180 is classified as Chondrite-ung (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 180 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 180 meteorite has a mass of 936.0 g (2.1 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 180 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 180 meteorite was found in Libya in 1996.
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