Northwest Africa 1820
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1820 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 8.4 kg.
8.4 kg
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17498 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 8.4 kg (18.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"8.4 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1820?
Northwest Africa 1820 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1820 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1820 meteorite has a mass of 8.4 kg (18.4 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1820 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1820 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
Same Classification
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- Northwest Africa 4493 56.0 kg
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- Tuxtuac 30.0 kg
- Krähenberg 16.5 kg
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