Northwest Africa 1810

EL5 (Enstatite Chondrite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1810 is a EL5 (Enstatite Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 42.0 g.

42.0 g
Mass
EL5
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17490
Classification EL5 (Enstatite Chondrite)
Mass42.0 g (1.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1810?

Northwest Africa 1810 is classified as EL5 (Enstatite Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1810 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1810 meteorite has a mass of 42.0 g (1.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1810 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1810 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.

Same Classification

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