Hammadah al Hamra 317
EL4 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 317 is a EL4 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 105.0 g.
105.0 g
Mass
EL4
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11800 |
| Classification | EL4 (Enstatite Chondrite) |
| Mass | 105.0 g (3.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 29.351N, 11.593E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"105.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 317?
Hammadah al Hamra 317 is classified as EL4 (Enstatite Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 317 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 317 meteorite has a mass of 105.0 g (3.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 317 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 317 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.
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