Northwest Africa 1946
LL5 (LL Chondrite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location
Key Takeaway
Northwest Africa 1946 is a LL5 (LL Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 301.0 g.
301.0 g
Mass
LL5
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 17568 |
| Classification | LL5 (LL Chondrite) |
| Mass | 301.0 g (10.6 oz) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 2003 |
| Coordinates | Unknown |
| Country | Unknown |
Mass Context
"301.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1946?
Northwest Africa 1946 is classified as LL5 (LL Chondrite).
How much does the Northwest Africa 1946 meteorite weigh?
The Northwest Africa 1946 meteorite has a mass of 301.0 g (10.6 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.
Where was the Northwest Africa 1946 meteorite found?
The Northwest Africa 1946 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.
Same Classification
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- Olivenza 150.0 kg
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- Hunter 74.6 kg
- Northwest Africa 4493 56.0 kg
- Northwest Africa 5775 50.0 kg
- Tuxtuac 30.0 kg
- Krähenberg 16.5 kg
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