Namib Desert
H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1979 · Namibia
1.0 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1979
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 16901 |
| Classification | H4 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1979 |
| Coordinates | 24.75S, 15.36667E |
| Country | Namibia |
Location
Mass Context
"1.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Namib Desert?
Namib Desert is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Namib Desert meteorite weigh?
The Namib Desert meteorite has a mass of 1.0 kg (2.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Namib Desert meteorite found?
The Namib Desert meteorite was found in Namibia in 1979.
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