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Ramlat as Sahmah 316 meteorite

Ramlat as Sahmah 316 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L5, that was found in Oman in 2009. A total of 2.71 kg was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Ramlat as Sahmah 316 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Ramlat as Sahmah 316
Classification
L5
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2009
Mass recovered
2.71 kg
Country
Oman
Coordinates
20.8949° N, 55.5061° 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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