Northwest Africa 032
Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) · Found 1999 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 032 is a Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 300.0 g.
300.0 g
Mass
Lunar (basalt)
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17042 |
| Classification | Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite) |
| Mass | 300.0 g (10.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 30.36667N, 5.05W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"300.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 032?
Northwest Africa 032 is classified as Lunar (basalt) (Lunar Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 032 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 032 meteorite has a mass of 300.0 g (10.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 032 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 032 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1999.
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