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Ramlat as Sahmah 227 meteorite

Ramlat as Sahmah 227 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L4, that was found in Oman in 2003. A total of 1.23 kg was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Ramlat as Sahmah 227 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Ramlat as Sahmah 227
Classification
L4
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2003
Mass recovered
1.23 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
20.5608° N, 56.0823° 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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