Hammadah al Hamra 281

CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Libya

3.6 kg
Mass
CK4
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID11764
Classification CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass3.6 kg (7.9 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
Coordinates28.4925N, 13.213E
Country Libya

Location

Mass Context

"3.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 281?

Hammadah al Hamra 281 is classified as CK4 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 281 meteorite weigh?

The Hammadah al Hamra 281 meteorite has a mass of 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 281 meteorite found?

The Hammadah al Hamra 281 meteorite was found in Libya in 2000.

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