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Aguemour 009 meteorite

Aguemour 009 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L3.8, that was found in Algeria in 1992. A total of 1.45 kg was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Aguemour 009 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Aguemour 009
Classification
L3.8
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
1992
Mass recovered
1.45 kg
Country
Algeria
Coordinates
27.4286° N, 4.1242° E

What is a chondrite?

Stony and primitive. Chondrites still carry mineral grains from the early solar system, often including chondrules. More about L chondrites.

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