Tissint
Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) · Fell 2011 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Tissint is a Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) meteorite that was observed falling in 2011 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 7.0 kg.
7.0 kg
Mass
Martian (shergottite)
Classification
Fell
Type
2011
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 54823 |
| Classification | Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite) |
| Mass | 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Observed fall |
| Year | 2011 |
| Coordinates | 29.48195N, 7.61123W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"7.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tissint?
Tissint is classified as Martian (shergottite) (Martian Meteorite).
How much does the Tissint meteorite weigh?
The Tissint meteorite has a mass of 7.0 kg (15.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Tissint meteorite found?
The Tissint meteorite was observed falling in Algeria in 2011.
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