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Dhofar 735 meteorite

Dhofar 735 is a carbonaceous chondrite meteorite, officially classified as CM2, that was found in Oman in 2002. A total of 381 g was recovered.

Illustration of a carbonaceous chondrite
Illustration of a carbonaceous chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 735 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 735
Classification
CM2
Type
Chondrite · Carbonaceous
Group
CM
Fall or find
Find
Year
2002
Mass recovered
381 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
19.0683° N, 54.7800° E

What is a chondrite?

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

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