Northwest Africa 1881

LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1881 is a LL4-6 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 13.0 g.

13.0 g
Mass
LL4-6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17514
Classification LL4-6 (LL Chondrite)
Mass13.0 g (0.5 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1881?

Northwest Africa 1881 is classified as LL4-6 (LL Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1881 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1881 meteorite has a mass of 13.0 g (0.5 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1881 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1881 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

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