Northwest Africa 1940
CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1940 is a CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 1.1 kg.
1.1 kg
Mass
CV3
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17562 |
| Classification | CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) |
| Mass | 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"1.1 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1940?
Northwest Africa 1940 is classified as CV3 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1940 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1940 meteorite has a mass of 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1940 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1940 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
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