Jiddat al Harasis 479
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 2008 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Jiddat al Harasis 479 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2008 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 553.0 g.
553.0 g
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 49513 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 553.0 g (19.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 19.78565N, 55.8535E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"553.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Jiddat al Harasis 479?
Jiddat al Harasis 479 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Jiddat al Harasis 479 meteorite weigh?
The Jiddat al Harasis 479 meteorite has a mass of 553.0 g (19.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Jiddat al Harasis 479 meteorite found?
The Jiddat al Harasis 479 meteorite was found in Oman in 2008.
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