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Dhofar 1436 meteorite

Dhofar 1436 is a lunar achondrite meteorite, officially classified as Lunar, that was found in Oman in 2004. A total of 24 g was recovered.

Illustration of a lunar meteorite
Illustration of a lunar meteorite. No photograph of Dhofar 1436 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 1436
Classification
Lunar
Type
Achondrite · Lunar
Group
Lunar
Fall or find
Find
Year
2004
Mass recovered
24 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
18.4233° N, 54.4233° 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 Lunar meteorites.

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