Ksar Ghilane 003
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Ksar Ghilane 003 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 299.0 g.
299.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54554 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 299.0 g (10.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2010 |
| Coordinates | 32.80157N, 9.8411E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"299.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ksar Ghilane 003?
Ksar Ghilane 003 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ksar Ghilane 003 meteorite weigh?
The Ksar Ghilane 003 meteorite has a mass of 299.0 g (10.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Ksar Ghilane 003 meteorite found?
The Ksar Ghilane 003 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2010.
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- Bruderheim 303.0 kg
- Putinga 300.0 kg
- Potter 261.0 kg
- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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