Northwest Africa 036

H5/6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Mauritania

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 036 is a H5/6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 163.0 g.

163.0 g
Mass
H5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17046
Classification H5/6 (H Chondrite)
Mass163.0 g (5.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
Coordinates27.16667N, 9.5W
Country Mauritania

Location

Mass Context

"163.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 036?

Northwest Africa 036 is classified as H5/6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 036 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 036 meteorite has a mass of 163.0 g (5.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 036 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 036 meteorite was found in Mauritania in 1999.

Same Classification

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