Northwest Africa 1186

H5/6 (H Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1186 is a H5/6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 196.0 g.

196.0 g
Mass
H5/6
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year

Details

NASA ID17141
Classification H5/6 (H Chondrite)
Mass196.0 g (6.9 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2001
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"196.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1186?

Northwest Africa 1186 is classified as H5/6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1186 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1186 meteorite has a mass of 196.0 g (6.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1186 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1186 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.

Same Classification

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