Hammadah al Hamra 225
H4-5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 225 is a H4-5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 kg.
2.5 kg
Mass
H4-5
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11708 |
| Classification | H4-5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.5 kg (5.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 28.95933N, 12.334E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"2.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 225?
Hammadah al Hamra 225 is classified as H4-5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 225 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 225 meteorite has a mass of 2.5 kg (5.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 225 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 225 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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