Northwest Africa 1558
CK5/6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 1998 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1558 is a CK5/6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1998 . It has a recorded mass of 385.0 g.
385.0 g
Mass
CK5/6
Classification
Found
Type
1998
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17317 |
| Classification | CK5/6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 385.0 g (13.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1998 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"385.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1558?
Northwest Africa 1558 is classified as CK5/6 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1558 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1558 meteorite has a mass of 385.0 g (13.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1558 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1558 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1998.
Same Classification
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