Hammadah al Hamra 236
L4 (L Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 236 is a L4 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 8.3 kg.
8.3 kg
Mass
L4
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11719 |
| Classification | L4 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.3 kg (18.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 28.52633N, 13.06517E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"8.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 236?
Hammadah al Hamra 236 is classified as L4 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 236 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 236 meteorite has a mass of 8.3 kg (18.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 236 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 236 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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