Hammadah al Hamra 188

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1996 · Libya

Key Takeaway

Hammadah al Hamra 188 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1996 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 493.0 g.

493.0 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1996
Year

Details

NASA ID11671
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass493.0 g (17.4 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1996
Coordinates28.7325N, 13.1025E
Country Libya

Location

Mass Context

"493.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 188?

Hammadah al Hamra 188 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 188 meteorite weigh?

The Hammadah al Hamra 188 meteorite has a mass of 493.0 g (17.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 188 meteorite found?

The Hammadah al Hamra 188 meteorite was found in Libya in 1996.

Same Classification

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