Northwest Africa 044
L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 1999 · Mauritania
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 044 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 in Mauritania . It has a recorded mass of 185.0 g.
185.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17054 |
| Classification | L6 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 185.0 g (6.5 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 27.16667N, 9.5W |
| Country | Mauritania |
Location
Mass Context
"185.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 044?
Northwest Africa 044 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 044 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 044 meteorite has a mass of 185.0 g (6.5 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 044 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 044 meteorite was found in Mauritania in 1999.
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- Bruderheim 303.0 kg
- Putinga 300.0 kg
- Potter 261.0 kg
- Suizhou 260.0 kg
- New Concord 230.0 kg
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