Hammadah al Hamra 285
Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 2000 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 285 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11768 |
| Classification | Howardite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | 29.03857N, 13.20712E |
| Country | Libya |
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 285?
Hammadah al Hamra 285 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 285 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 285 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 285 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 285 meteorite was found in Libya in 2000.
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