Hammadah al Hamra 260

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found · Libya

Key Takeaway

Hammadah al Hamra 260 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 530.0 g.

530.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
Year

Details

NASA ID11743
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass530.0 g (18.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year
Coordinates28.613N, 12.94717E
Country Libya

Location

Mass Context

"530.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 260?

Hammadah al Hamra 260 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 260 meteorite weigh?

The Hammadah al Hamra 260 meteorite has a mass of 530.0 g (18.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 260 meteorite found?

The Hammadah al Hamra 260 meteorite was found in Libya.

Same Classification

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