Umm as Samim 008
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2009 · Oman
Key Takeaway
Umm as Samim 008 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2009 in Oman . It has a recorded mass of 290.3 g.
290.3 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2009
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 51871 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 290.3 g (10.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2009 |
| Coordinates | 21.00578N, 56.46918E |
| Country | Oman |
Location
Mass Context
"290.3 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Umm as Samim 008?
Umm as Samim 008 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Umm as Samim 008 meteorite weigh?
The Umm as Samim 008 meteorite has a mass of 290.3 g (10.2 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Umm as Samim 008 meteorite found?
The Umm as Samim 008 meteorite was found in Oman in 2009.
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- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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