Tanezrouft 048

H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1992 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 048 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.3 kg.

1.3 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year

Details

NASA ID23849
Classification H5 (H Chondrite)
Mass1.3 kg (3.0 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1992
Coordinates25.3975N, 0.6075E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 048?

Tanezrouft 048 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 048 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 048 meteorite has a mass of 1.3 kg (3.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Tanezrouft 048 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 048 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1992.

Same Classification

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