Hammadah al Hamra 258
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 258 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11741 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 28.8585N, 11.43217E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 258?
Hammadah al Hamra 258 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 258 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 258 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 258 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 258 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1998.
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