Northwest Africa 1776

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1776 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 80.0 g.

80.0 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17458
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass80.0 g (2.8 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1776?

Northwest Africa 1776 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1776 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1776 meteorite has a mass of 80.0 g (2.8 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1776 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1776 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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