Northwest Africa 010

H4 (H Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 010 is a H4 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.

2.0 kg
Mass
H4
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17020
Classification H4 (H Chondrite)
Mass2.0 kg (4.4 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
Coordinates29.91667N, 5.58333W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 010?

Northwest Africa 010 is classified as H4 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 010 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 010 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 010 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 010 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.

Same Classification

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