Hammadah al Hamra 331
L5/6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Libya
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 331 is a L5/6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Libya . It has a recorded mass of 2.2 kg.
2.2 kg
Mass
L5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30719 |
| Classification | L5/6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | 29.81858N, 12.94647E |
| Country | Libya |
Location
Mass Context
"2.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 331?
Hammadah al Hamra 331 is classified as L5/6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 331 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 331 meteorite has a mass of 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 331 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 331 meteorite was found in Libya in 2003.
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