Northwest Africa 1827
Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1827 is a Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 877.0 g.
877.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-C
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17505 |
| Classification | Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 877.0 g (30.9 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"877.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1827?
Northwest Africa 1827 is classified as Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1827 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1827 meteorite has a mass of 877.0 g (30.9 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1827 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1827 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
Same Classification
- Youxi 218.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 1951 17.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 1882 4.4 kg
- Northwest Africa 1879 1.6 kg
- Northwest Africa 3055 1.6 kg
- Northwest Africa 1982 368.0 g
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