Hammadah al Hamra 288
H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 288 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 2.6 kg.
2.6 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11771 |
| Classification | H6 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.6 kg (5.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 29.0755N, 12.57783E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"2.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 288?
Hammadah al Hamra 288 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 288 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 288 meteorite has a mass of 2.6 kg (5.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 288 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 288 meteorite was found in Libya in 1999.
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