Dar al Gani 678 Meteorite Quick Facts
- Name: Dar al Gani 678
- Year Discovered: 2000
- Approximate Recovery Location: District of Al-Jufra Libya
- Precise Recovery Location: (26.75, 16.43333)
- Mass: 162 grams
- Classification: H5/6
- Discovery Type: Found
- Condition: Valid
More Details About the Dar al Gani 678 Meteorite
The Dar al Gani 678 meteorite was discovered in 2000. It was recovered in District of Al-Jufra Libya (26.75, 16.43333). It has a mass of 162 grams.
Dar al Gani 678 is considered a “Valid” meteorite. “Valid” meteorites are typical meteorites with average weathering, while “relict” meteorites are those that have been extremely altered, either due to weathering over time or human intervention.
Dar al Gani 678’s official classification is H5/6. The classification “H5/6” refers to ordinary chondrite meteorites from the H group that can either be of petrologic type 5 or type 6. These meteorites are part of a major class known for their specific characteristics, with type 5 meteorites having undergone moderate metamorphism, and type 6 meteorites having experienced more extensive changes in their mineral composition and chondrule appearance due to metamorphism, without melting occurring.
The Dar al Gani 678 meteorite is a “Found” meteorite. Meteorites are classified as “falls” if they were observed falling and recovered, while “finds” are those discovered later, often weathered by longer exposure to Earth’s environment and without a record of being seen as they fell.
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Last Updated: 1/10/24