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Dhofar 248 meteorite

Dhofar 248 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as LL6, that was found in Oman in 2001. A total of 38 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 248 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 248
Classification
LL6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
LL
Fall or find
Find
Year
2001
Mass recovered
38 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
18.9858° N, 54.6007° E

What is a chondrite?

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

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