Northwest Africa 1763

CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2001 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1763 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2001 . It has a recorded mass of 57.1 g.

57.1 g
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2001
Year

Details

NASA ID17446
Classification CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass57.1 g (2.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2001
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"57.1 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1763?

Northwest Africa 1763 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1763 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1763 meteorite has a mass of 57.1 g (2.0 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1763 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1763 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2001.

Same Classification

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