Hammadah al Hamra 213
L3-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 213 is a L3-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
L3-6
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11696 |
| Classification | L3-6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 28.482N, 13.31867E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 213?
Hammadah al Hamra 213 is classified as L3-6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 213 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 213 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 213 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 213 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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