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Dhofar 760 meteorite

Dhofar 760 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L5, that was found in Oman in 2000. A total of 163 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Dhofar 760 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Dhofar 760
Classification
L5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2000
Mass recovered
163 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
18.9445° N, 54.6740° 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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