Hammadah al Hamra 318
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 318 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 14.0 g.
14.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 11801 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 14.0 g (0.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 29.3785N, 11.54633E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"14.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 318?
Hammadah al Hamra 318 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 318 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 318 meteorite has a mass of 14.0 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 318 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 318 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.
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