Tiffa 004
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1997 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Tiffa 004 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1997 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.4 kg.
1.4 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
1997
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 23994 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1997 |
| Coordinates | 19.955N, 11.87517E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"1.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tiffa 004?
Tiffa 004 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Tiffa 004 meteorite weigh?
The Tiffa 004 meteorite has a mass of 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Tiffa 004 meteorite found?
The Tiffa 004 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1997.
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