Hammadah al Hamra 278
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 278 is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 191.0 g.
191.0 g
Mass
LL6
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11761 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 191.0 g (6.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 28.45667N, 12.86833E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"191.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 278?
Hammadah al Hamra 278 is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 278 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 278 meteorite has a mass of 191.0 g (6.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 278 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 278 meteorite was found in Libya in 2000.
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