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Dhofar 1728 meteorite

Dhofar 1728 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L6, that was found in Oman in 2011. A total of 1.14 kg was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 1728 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 1728
Classification
L6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2011
Mass recovered
1.14 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
18.9842° N, 54.6451° 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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