Northwest Africa 1789

Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite) · Found 1999 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1789 is a Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 1999 . It has a recorded mass of 44.0 g.

44.0 g
Mass
Eucrite-mmict
Classification
Found
Type
1999
Year

Details

NASA ID17472
Classification Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite)
Mass44.0 g (1.6 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1999
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1789?

Northwest Africa 1789 is classified as Eucrite-mmict (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1789 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1789 meteorite has a mass of 44.0 g (1.6 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1789 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1789 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 1999.

Same Classification

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