Quarat al Hanish
Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1979 · Egypt
Key Takeaway
Quarat al Hanish is a Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1979 in Egypt . It has a recorded mass of 593.0 g.
593.0 g
Mass
Iron, IAB-sHL
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 18909 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 593.0 g (20.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 25.15N, 25.58333E |
| Country | Egypt |
Location
Mass Context
"593.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Quarat al Hanish?
Quarat al Hanish is classified as Iron, IAB-sHL (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Quarat al Hanish meteorite weigh?
The Quarat al Hanish meteorite has a mass of 593.0 g (20.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Quarat al Hanish meteorite found?
The Quarat al Hanish meteorite was found in Egypt in 1979.
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