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Ramlat as Sahmah 286 meteorite

Ramlat as Sahmah 286 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as H4-5, that was found in Oman in 2009. A total of 4.45 kg was recovered.

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Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Ramlat as Sahmah 286 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Ramlat as Sahmah 286
Classification
H4-5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
H
Fall or find
Find
Year
2009
Mass recovered
4.45 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
20.5079° N, 55.7755° E

What is a chondrite?

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

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