Sayh al Uhaymir 008
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Found 1999 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Sayh al Uhaymir 008 is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 8.6 kg.
8.6 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23200 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 8.6 kg (18.9 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 20.9805N, 57.319E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"8.6 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Sayh al Uhaymir 008?
Sayh al Uhaymir 008 is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Sayh al Uhaymir 008 meteorite weigh?
The Sayh al Uhaymir 008 meteorite has a mass of 8.6 kg (18.9 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Sayh al Uhaymir 008 meteorite found?
The Sayh al Uhaymir 008 meteorite was found in Oman in 1999.
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