Hammadah al Hamra 266
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 266 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 3.3 kg.
3.3 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11749 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.3 kg (7.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 28.47883N, 12.86367E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"3.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 266?
Hammadah al Hamra 266 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 266 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 266 meteorite has a mass of 3.3 kg (7.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 266 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 266 meteorite was found in Libya in 2000.
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