Northwest Africa 1894

L6 (L Chondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1894 is a L6 (L Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 76.0 g.

76.0 g
Mass
L6
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17527
Classification L6 (L Chondrite)
Mass76.0 g (2.7 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1894?

Northwest Africa 1894 is classified as L6 (L Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1894 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1894 meteorite has a mass of 76.0 g (2.7 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1894 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1894 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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