Northwest Africa 2196

CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) · Found · Unknown location

Key Takeaway

Northwest Africa 2196 is a CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite) meteorite that was found . It has a recorded mass of 141.7 g.

141.7 g
Mass
CR2
Classification
Found
Type
Year

Details

NASA ID30904
Classification CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite)
Mass141.7 g (5.0 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year
CoordinatesUnknown
Country Unknown

Mass Context

"141.7 g — about the weight of a smartphone"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Northwest Africa 2196?

Northwest Africa 2196 is classified as CR2 (Carbonaceous Chondrite).

How much does the Northwest Africa 2196 meteorite weigh?

The Northwest Africa 2196 meteorite has a mass of 141.7 g (5.0 oz). About the weight of a smartphone.

Where was the Northwest Africa 2196 meteorite found?

The Northwest Africa 2196 meteorite was found in Unknown location.

Same Classification

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