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Dhofar 473 meteorite

Dhofar 473 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L6, that was found in Oman in 2001. A total of 145 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 473 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 473
Classification
L6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2001
Mass recovered
145 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
19.1760° N, 54.7642° 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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