Northwest Africa 1817
Mesosiderite-B (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1817 is a Mesosiderite-B (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 728.0 g.
728.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-B
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17495 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-B (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 728.0 g (25.7 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"728.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1817?
Northwest Africa 1817 is classified as Mesosiderite-B (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1817 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1817 meteorite has a mass of 728.0 g (25.7 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1817 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1817 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
Same Classification
- Elephant Moraine 87500 8.1 kg
- Northwest Africa 1645 129.0 g
- Northwest Africa 1878 42.0 g
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