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Jiddat al Harasis 283 meteorite

Jiddat al Harasis 283 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L5, that was found in Oman in 2005. A total of 1.32 kg was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Jiddat al Harasis 283 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Jiddat al Harasis 283
Classification
L5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2005
Mass recovered
1.32 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
19.6865° N, 56.1450° 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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