Hammadah al Hamra 315
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 315 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 609.0 g.
609.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11798 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 609.0 g (21.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 29.2705N, 11.54E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"609.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 315?
Hammadah al Hamra 315 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 315 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 315 meteorite has a mass of 609.0 g (21.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 315 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 315 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.
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