Northwest Africa 1180

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1180 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 1.7 kg.

1.7 kg
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17137
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.7 kg (3.8 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1180?

Northwest Africa 1180 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1180 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1180 meteorite has a mass of 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1180 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1180 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.

Same Classification

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