Northwest Africa 1196

L4/5 (L Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Algeria

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1196 is a L4/5 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 in Algeria . It has a recorded mass of 43.0 g.

43.0 g
Mass
L4/5
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year

Details

NASA ID17147
Classification L4/5 (L Chondrite)
Mass43.0 g (1.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2001
Coordinates30.808N, 5.85583W
Country Algeria

Location

Mass Context

"43.0 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1196?

Northwest Africa 1196 is classified as L4/5 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1196 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1196 meteorite has a mass of 43.0 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1196 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1196 meteorite was found in Algeria in 2001.

Same Classification

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