Northwest Africa 1277

CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1277 is a CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.

1.2 kg
Mass
CO3.6
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year

Details

NASA ID32150
Classification CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass1.2 kg (2.6 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2001
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1277?

Northwest Africa 1277 is classified as CO3.6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1277 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1277 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1277 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1277 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.

Same Classification

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