Tanezrouft 078

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Tanezrouft 078 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.6 kg.

1.6 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID31339
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
Coordinates24.73573N, 0.52413W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Tanezrouft 078?

Tanezrouft 078 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Tanezrouft 078 meteorite weigh?

The Tanezrouft 078 meteorite has a mass of 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Tanezrouft 078 meteorite found?

The Tanezrouft 078 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2003.

Same Classification

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