Umm as Samim 001
H5 (H Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Umm as Samim 001 is a H5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 1.8 kg.
1.8 kg
Mass
H5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24115 |
| Classification | H5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.8 kg (4.1 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | 21.31833N, 56.41667E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"1.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Umm as Samim 001?
Umm as Samim 001 is classified as H5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Umm as Samim 001 meteorite weigh?
The Umm as Samim 001 meteorite has a mass of 1.8 kg (4.1 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Umm as Samim 001 meteorite found?
The Umm as Samim 001 meteorite was found in Oman in 2001.
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