Tanezrouft 072

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 072 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 62.3 kg.

62.3 kg
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID31333
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass62.3 kg (137.3 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
Coordinates24.43817N, 0.103E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"62.3 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 072?

Tanezrouft 072 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 072 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 072 meteorite has a mass of 62.3 kg (137.3 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Tanezrouft 072 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 072 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2002.

Same Classification

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