Northwest Africa 1232
CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1232 is a CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 1.9 kg.
1.9 kg
Mass
CO3
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 32147 |
| Classification | CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2001 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.9 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1232?
Northwest Africa 1232 is classified as CO3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1232 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1232 meteorite has a mass of 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1232 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1232 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.
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