Hammadah al Hamra 206
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 206 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11689 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 28.58883N, 13.334E |
| 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 206?
Hammadah al Hamra 206 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 206 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 206 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 206 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 206 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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