Tifariti
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Mauritania
Key Takeaway
Tifariti is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 5.4 g.
5.4 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23990 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.4 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | 26.5N, 10.5W |
| Country | Mauritania |
Location
Mass Context
"5.4 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tifariti?
Tifariti is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Tifariti meteorite weigh?
The Tifariti meteorite has a mass of 5.4 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Tifariti meteorite found?
The Tifariti meteorite was found in Mauritania in 2002.
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