Northwest Africa 1665
CK3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1665 is a CK3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.
1.2 kg
Mass
CK3-an
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 30779 |
| Classification | CK3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2002 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1665?
Northwest Africa 1665 is classified as CK3-an (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1665 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1665 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.6 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1665 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1665 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.
Same Classification
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