Ramlat as Sahmah 266
Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2006 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Ramlat as Sahmah 266 is a Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2006 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 5.1 kg.
5.1 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite
Classification
Found
Type
2006
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 48634 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 5.1 kg (11.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2006 |
| Coordinates | 20.00803N, 56.39902E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"5.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ramlat as Sahmah 266?
Ramlat as Sahmah 266 is classified as Mesosiderite (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Ramlat as Sahmah 266 meteorite weigh?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 266 meteorite has a mass of 5.1 kg (11.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ramlat as Sahmah 266 meteorite found?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 266 meteorite was found in Oman in 2006.
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- Jiddat al Harasis 267 16.0 kg
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- Jiddat al Harasis 402 H5
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- Jiddat al Harasis 234 R5
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