Hammadah al Hamra 237
CBb (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 237 is a CBb (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 3.2 kg.
3.2 kg
Mass
CBb
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11720 |
| Classification | CBb (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 28.60933N, 13.04917E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"3.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 237?
Hammadah al Hamra 237 is classified as CBb (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 237 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 237 meteorite has a mass of 3.2 kg (7.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 237 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 237 meteorite was found in Libya in 1997.
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