Northwest Africa 1550
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1550 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 8.0 kg.
8.0 kg
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17311 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"8.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1550?
Northwest Africa 1550 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1550 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1550 meteorite has a mass of 8.0 kg (17.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1550 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1550 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.
Same Classification
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- Tuxtuac 30.0 kg
- Krähenberg 16.5 kg
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