Northwest Africa 008
H4/5 (H Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 008 is a H4/5 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 5.0 g.
5.0 g
Mass
H4/5
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17018 |
| Classification | H4/5 (H Chondrite) |
| Mass | 5.0 g (0.2 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 29.91667N, 5.58333W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"5.0 g — about the weight of a paperclip"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 008?
Northwest Africa 008 is classified as H4/5 (H Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 008 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 008 meteorite has a mass of 5.0 g (0.2 oz). About the weight of a paperclip.
Where was the Northwest Africa 008 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 008 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.
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