Northwest Africa 1646

Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1646 is a Eucrite-cm (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 259.0 g.

259.0 g
Mass
Eucrite-cm
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17379
Classification Eucrite-cm (Achondrite)
Mass259.0 g (9.1 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"259.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1646?

Northwest Africa 1646 is classified as Eucrite-cm (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1646 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1646 meteorite has a mass of 259.0 g (9.1 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1646 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1646 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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