Northwest Africa 1563
CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1563 is a CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 3.0 kg.
3.0 kg
Mass
CK5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17322 |
| Classification | CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 3.0 kg (6.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2000 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"3.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1563?
Northwest Africa 1563 is classified as CK5 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1563 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1563 meteorite has a mass of 3.0 kg (6.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1563 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1563 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.
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