Ramlat as Sahmah 234
L5-6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2005 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Ramlat as Sahmah 234 is a L5-6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2005 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 988.4 g.
988.4 g
Mass
L5-6
Classification
Found
Type
2005
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 35666 |
| Classification | L5-6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 988.4 g (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2005 |
| Coordinates | 20.01812N, 56.42172E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"988.4 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ramlat as Sahmah 234?
Ramlat as Sahmah 234 is classified as L5-6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ramlat as Sahmah 234 meteorite weigh?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 234 meteorite has a mass of 988.4 g (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Ramlat as Sahmah 234 meteorite found?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 234 meteorite was found in Oman in 2005.
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