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Dhofar 1061 meteorite

Dhofar 1061 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L6, that was found in Oman in 2000. A total of 66 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 1061 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 1061
Classification
L6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2000
Mass recovered
66 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
18.8547° N, 54.6474° 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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