Ksar Ghilane 009

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2011 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Ksar Ghilane 009 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2011 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 173.0 g.

173.0 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2011
Year

Details

NASA ID54560
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass173.0 g (6.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2011
Coordinates32.76277N, 9.86542E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"173.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Ksar Ghilane 009?

Ksar Ghilane 009 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Ksar Ghilane 009 meteorite weigh?

The Ksar Ghilane 009 meteorite has a mass of 173.0 g (6.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Ksar Ghilane 009 meteorite found?

The Ksar Ghilane 009 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2011.

Same Classification

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