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Sayh al Uhaymir 056 meteorite

Sayh al Uhaymir 056 is an ordinary chondrite meteorite, officially classified as L6, that was found in Oman in 2000. A total of 278 g was recovered.

Illustration of a chondrite
Illustration of a chondrite. No photograph of Sayh al Uhaymir 056 has been published yet.

Where it was found

Key facts

Name
Sayh al Uhaymir 056
Classification
L6
Type
Chondrite · Ordinary
Group
L
Fall or find
Find
Year
2000
Mass recovered
278 g
Country
Oman
Coordinates
20.5300° N, 56.6717° 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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