Ilafegh 009

EL7 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 1989 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Ilafegh 009 is a EL7 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1989 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 421.0 g.

421.0 g
Mass
EL7
Classification
Found
Type
1989
Year

Details

NASA ID12014
Classification EL7 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass421.0 g (14.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1989
Coordinates21.63333N, 1.26667E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"421.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Ilafegh 009?

Ilafegh 009 is classified as EL7 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Ilafegh 009 meteorite weigh?

The Ilafegh 009 meteorite has a mass of 421.0 g (14.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Ilafegh 009 meteorite found?

The Ilafegh 009 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1989.

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