Tathlith
L6 (L Chondrite) · Fell 1967 · Saudi Arabia
Key Takeaway
Tathlith is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was observed falling in 1967 in Saudi Arabia . It has a recorded mass of 2.5 kg.
2.5 kg
Mass
L6
Classification
Fell
Type
1967
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23885 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 1967 |
| Coordinates | 19.38333N, 43.73333E |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
Location
Mass Context
"2.5 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tathlith?
Tathlith is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Tathlith meteorite weigh?
The Tathlith meteorite has a mass of 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Tathlith meteorite found?
The Tathlith meteorite was observed falling in Saudi Arabia in 1967.
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