Tanezrouft 002

H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1989 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 002 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1989 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 2.3 kg.

2.3 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1989
Year

Details

NASA ID23803
Classification H5 (H Chondrite)
Mass2.3 kg (5.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1989
Coordinates24.4N, 1.03333E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"2.3 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 002?

Tanezrouft 002 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 002 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 002 meteorite has a mass of 2.3 kg (5.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Tanezrouft 002 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 002 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1989.

Same Classification

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