Oued el Hadjar
LL6 (LL Chondrite) · Fell 1986 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Oued el Hadjar is a LL6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1986 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
LL6
Classification
Fell
Type
1986
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18050 |
| Classification | LL6 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1986 |
| Coordinates | 30.18N, 6.57717W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Oued el Hadjar?
Oued el Hadjar is classified as LL6 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Oued el Hadjar meteorite weigh?
The Oued el Hadjar meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Oued el Hadjar meteorite found?
The Oued el Hadjar meteorite was observed falling in Algeria in 1986.
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