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Dhofar 132 meteorite

Dhofar 132 is an ureilite achondrite meteorite, officially classified as Ureilite, that was found in Oman in 2000. A total of 5.01 kg was recovered.

Illustration of an achondrite
Illustration of an achondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 132 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 132
Classification
Ureilite
Type
Achondrite · Ureilite
Group
Ureilite
Fall or find
Find
Year
2000
Mass recovered
5.01 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
19.1500° N, 54.5807° E

What is an achondrite?

Stony rock from a body that melted. Achondrites include crust and mantle pieces from asteroids, the Moon, and Mars. More about Ureilites.

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