Northwest Africa 1584

LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1584 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 3.3 kg.

3.3 kg
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17343
Classification LL5 (LL Chondrite)
Mass3.3 kg (7.2 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1584?

Northwest Africa 1584 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1584 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1584 meteorite has a mass of 3.3 kg (7.2 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1584 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1584 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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