Acfer 214
CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Acfer 214 is a CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 612.0 g.
612.0 g
Mass
CH3
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 222 |
| Classification | CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 612.0 g (21.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1991 |
| Coordinates | 27.69N, 4.37861E |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"612.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Acfer 214?
Acfer 214 is classified as CH3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Acfer 214 meteorite weigh?
The Acfer 214 meteorite has a mass of 612.0 g (21.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Acfer 214 meteorite found?
The Acfer 214 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1991.
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