Northwest Africa 1982

Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 2000 · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 1982 is a Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 2000 . It has a recorded mass of 368.0 g.

368.0 g
Mass
Mesosiderite-C
Classification
Found
Type
2000
Year

Details

NASA ID17578
Classification Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass368.0 g (13.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year2000
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"368.0 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 1982?

Northwest Africa 1982 is classified as Mesosiderite-C (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 1982 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 1982 meteorite has a mass of 368.0 g (13.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 1982 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 1982 meteorite was found in Unknown location in 2000.

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