Northwest Africa 1559

CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1559 is a CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 284.0 g.

284.0 g
Mass
CK3
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17318
Classification CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass284.0 g (10.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"284.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1559?

Northwest Africa 1559 is classified as CK3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1559 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1559 meteorite has a mass of 284.0 g (10.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1559 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1559 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.

Same Classification

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