Hammadah al Hamra 231
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 231 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 209.0 g.
209.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11714 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 209.0 g (7.4 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 29.13617N, 11.92567E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"209.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 231?
Hammadah al Hamra 231 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 231 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 231 meteorite has a mass of 209.0 g (7.4 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 231 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 231 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1997.
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