Ramlat as Sahmah 316
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Ramlat as Sahmah 316 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 2.7 kg.
2.7 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51988 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Coordinates | 20.89485N, 55.50613E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"2.7 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Ramlat as Sahmah 316?
Ramlat as Sahmah 316 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Ramlat as Sahmah 316 meteorite weigh?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 316 meteorite has a mass of 2.7 kg (6.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Ramlat as Sahmah 316 meteorite found?
The Ramlat as Sahmah 316 meteorite was found in Oman in 2009.
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