Northwest Africa 1943

Howardite (Achondrite) · Found 2002 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1943 is a Howardite (Achondrite) meteorite that was found in 2002 . It has a recorded mass of 1.2 kg.

1.2 kg
Mass
Howardite
Classification
Found
Type
2002
Year

Details

NASA ID17565
Classification Howardite (Achondrite)
Mass1.2 kg (2.7 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2002
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"1.2 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1943?

Northwest Africa 1943 is classified as Howardite (Achondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1943 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1943 meteorite has a mass of 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1943 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1943 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2002.

Same Classification

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