Northwest Africa 052
L5 (L Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Algeria
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 052 is a L5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
L5
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17062 |
| Classification | L5 (L Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | 31.11667N, 5.18333W |
| Country | Algeria |
Location
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 052?
Northwest Africa 052 is classified as L5 (L Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 052 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 052 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 052 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 052 meteorite was found in Algeria in 1998.
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