Sfax
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1989 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Sfax is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1989 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 7.0 kg.
7.0 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1989
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23512 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1989 |
| Coordinates | 34.75N, 10.71667E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"7.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Sfax?
Sfax is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Sfax meteorite weigh?
The Sfax meteorite has a mass of 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Sfax meteorite found?
The Sfax meteorite was observed falling in Algeria in 1989.
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