Acfer 270

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1991 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Acfer 270 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1991 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 298.0 g.

298.0 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
1991
Year

Details

NASA ID278
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass298.0 g (10.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1991
Coordinates27.51861N, 3.85722E
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"298.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Acfer 270?

Acfer 270 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Acfer 270 meteorite weigh?

The Acfer 270 meteorite has a mass of 298.0 g (10.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Acfer 270 meteorite found?

The Acfer 270 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1991.

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