Tanezrouft 058

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 058 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 2.4 kg.

2.4 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID23859
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass2.4 kg (5.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates25.33333N, 0.55E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 058?

Tanezrouft 058 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 058 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 058 meteorite has a mass of 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Tanezrouft 058 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 058 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2002.

Same Classification

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