Northwest Africa 1951

Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2003 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1951 is a Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2003 . It has a recorded mass of 17.0 kg.

17.0 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-C
Classification
Found
Type
2003
Year

Details

NASA ID17573
Classification Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass17.0 kg (37.5 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2003
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"17.0 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1951?

Northwest Africa 1951 is classified as Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1951 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1951 meteorite has a mass of 17.0 kg (37.5 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1951 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1951 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2003.

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