Ramlat as Sahmah 278
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 2008 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Ramlat as Sahmah 278 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2008 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 3.2 kg.
3.2 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
2008
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 50966 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2008 |
| Coordinates | 20.63257N, 56.15995E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"3.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ramlat as Sahmah 278?
Ramlat as Sahmah 278 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Ramlat as Sahmah 278 meteorite weigh?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 278 meteorite has a mass of 3.2 kg (7.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ramlat as Sahmah 278 meteorite found?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 278 meteorite was found in Oman in 2008.
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