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Dhofar 716 meteorite

Dhofar 716 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as LL5, that was found in Oman in 2001. A total of 361 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 716 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 716
Classification
LL5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
LL
Fall or find
Find
Year
2001
Mass recovered
361 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
19.1667° N, 54.5833° 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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