Northwest Africa 176
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1999 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 176 is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1999 . It has a recorded mass of 2.0 kg.
2.0 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17442 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1999 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"2.0 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 176?
Northwest Africa 176 is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 176 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 176 meteorite has a mass of 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 176 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 176 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1999.
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