Ksar Ghilane 005
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2010 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Ksar Ghilane 005 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2010 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 73.0 g.
73.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2010
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54556 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 73.0 g (2.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2010 |
| Coordinates | 32.84078N, 9.90705E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"73.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ksar Ghilane 005?
Ksar Ghilane 005 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ksar Ghilane 005 meteorite weigh?
The Ksar Ghilane 005 meteorite has a mass of 73.0 g (2.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.
Where was the Ksar Ghilane 005 meteorite found?
The Ksar Ghilane 005 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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