Hammadah al Hamra 256
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 256 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 264.8 g.
264.8 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11739 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 264.8 g (9.3 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 28.94967N, 13.08317E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"264.8 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 256?
Hammadah al Hamra 256 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 256 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 256 meteorite has a mass of 264.8 g (9.3 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 256 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 256 meteorite was found in Libya in 1998.
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