Hammadah al Hamra 342
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Hammadah al Hamra 342 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 482.0 g.
482.0 g
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 53620 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 482.0 g (17.0 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 29.142N, 11.89583E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"482.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Hammadah al Hamra 342?
Hammadah al Hamra 342 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Hammadah al Hamra 342 meteorite weigh?
The Hammadah al Hamra 342 meteorite has a mass of 482.0 g (17.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Hammadah al Hamra 342 meteorite found?
The Hammadah al Hamra 342 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.
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