Ramlat as Sahmah 287
Diogenite (Achondrite) · Found 2009 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Ramlat as Sahmah 287 is a Diogenite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
Diogenite
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51888 |
| Classification | Diogenite (Achondrite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Coordinates | 20.47678N, 55.52788E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ramlat as Sahmah 287?
Ramlat as Sahmah 287 is classified as Diogenite (Achondrite).
How much does the Ramlat as Sahmah 287 meteorite weigh?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 287 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.3 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ramlat as Sahmah 287 meteorite found?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 287 meteorite was found in Oman in 2009.
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